Dr. Keith Rowley Addresses U.S. Visa Revocations and Accusations of Political Interference

In a segment of the I-95.5 FM morning show, host Dale welcomed Dr. Keith Rowley to discuss the recent revocation of U.S. visas for the former Prime Minister and the current Minister of Public Utilities.

Dr. Rowley confirmed that the United States had withdrawn his visa as well as that of former Prime Minister Stuart Young. He cited a statement from the U.S. State Department, describing the release as “self-explanatory,” but noted that it did not specify the timing or exact reasons for the cancellations.

The host pressed for further clarification, asking whether additional citizens had been reported to U.S. authorities for visa cancellation. Dr. Rowley replied that, aside from himself and Mr. Young, he was unaware of any other cases, suggesting the Prime Minister might have been involved in “an attempt” to influence the process.

Prime Minister Keith Rowley (referred to as “the Prime Minister” in the dialogue) was also summoned for comment. She reiterated the State Department’s explanation, emphasizing that the U.S. provides a reason for each visa revocation but does not disclose the number of affected individuals or detailed circumstances.

Throughout the exchange, the host referenced commentary from Ana Ramdas, who had written about the situation, and highlighted the tension between the government’s response and public speculation. The conversation underscored a broader concern about transparency and potential political motives behind the visa cancellations.

The interview concluded with the host noting that the issue remained unresolved and that listeners should stay informed as further details emerge.