US Social Media Checks for Tourists Could Hurt Las Vegas Casinos

^{Pictured: Senators Catherine Cortez Masto and Jacky Rosen}

Nevada senators Jacky Rosen and Catherine Cortez Masto have opposed a US government proposal to tighten screening of foreign travellers before they enter the United States. Their position was set out in a letter to Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin.

The proposed rule could require travellers to disclose five years of social media history. They could also be asked to provide additional personal information, including contact details, addresses and information about close relatives.

The senators said the measures would make it harder to enter the country and could discourage some tourists from visiting. They argued that the United States should be attracting more visitors ahead of major international events, including the 2026 FIFA World Cup, rather than creating new barriers.

The issue is particularly important for Nevada. Las Vegas is one of the world’s leading centres for gambling and entertainment tourism. If fewer foreign visitors travel to the United States, the impact could be felt by casinos, hotels, restaurants, shows and conferences.

There is already cause for concern. In 2025, Las Vegas welcomed 38.5 million visitors, down 7.5% from a year earlier. The senators called for the proposed rule to be withdrawn and for the practice of social media screening for non-immigrant visa applicants to be ended.