The U.S. Department of State revoked visas for South Sudanese passport holders last month on the eve of the Final Four in retaliation for South Sudan refusing to accept citizens deported from the U.S. “in a timely manner,” according to a New York Times report. While Maluach, who is in the U.S. under a student visa, and other South Sudanese citizens haven’t faced deportation orders, the ruling does mean that for the time being, Maluach (and other visa holders) can’t leave the U.S. and re-enter the country under the current rules. Similarly, South Sudanese passport holders can’t be issued visas to visit the U.S. But according to a league source, Maluach also holds a Ugandan passport, which should allow him to travel more freely.
by Hoops Hype