US Proposes DNA, Biometrics, Social Media for Visa-Waiver Entry

• US proposes new data requirements for visitors from over 40 visa-waiver countries.
• Proposed data includes social media history, phone numbers, email addresses, IP addresses, and biometrics like DNA and iris scans.
• Family member names, birth details, and contact information may also be required from applicants.
• The changes, outlined by US Customs and Border Protection, are open for public review for 60 days.
• This move is part of the Trump administration's broader efforts to restrict immigration.

Why It Matters: US visa-waiver changes threaten privacy for travelers from 42 nations.