The Trump administration is preparing to block visas for several international speakers scheduled to attend the upcoming People's Conference for Palestine in Detroit, citing alleged ties to terrorist organizations. The State Department has placed these individuals on a special 'look out' status to monitor visa applications and ensure thorough processing. Among the slated speakers are Palestinians previously imprisoned in Israel for violent offenses, as well as activists and academics with histories of anti-Israel rhetoric and involvement in controversial campus protests.

The conference, set for late August, will feature sessions focused on implementing a global embargo on weapons sales to Israel and addressing topics such as Zionism and imperialism. Multiple organizations known for their support of the pro-Hamas movement on college campuses are sponsoring the event. The gathering aims to strengthen the movement for Palestinian liberation in North America and will bring together a range of voices from across the region.