Recently, conflicts have erupted between the public and the authorities in many parts of the United States due to the illegal immigration issue. According to CCTV News, on the 8th local time, the Los Angeles Police Department fired tear gas and rubber bullets at the protesting crowd in the city center to disperse them. During this period, some protesters threw water bottles and stones at the police.
The police fired non – lethal bullets at the crowd, and the scene was filled with tear gas. US Defense Secretary Peter Brian Hegseth ordered that 500 US Marines could be dispatched to Los Angeles at any time. The Consulate – General of China in Los Angeles reminded Chinese citizens to strengthen safety precautions. After Los Angeles, protests also broke out in New York.
According to CBS, the New York Post and other US media, nearly 150 demonstrators clashed with the police in Manhattan, New York, protesting against the large – scale arrests of illegal immigrants by US federal agencies in the city and other places, and more than 20 people were arrested.
The Escalating US Tourism Crisis: Mass Cancellations by International Tourists
Before this round of unrest, the Trump administration had already pushed the US tourism industry into an abyss due to the tariff war and extensive travel bans. The five major tourist cities – New York, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Washington D.C., and Las Vegas – have collectively fallen into a crisis.
The disputes initiated by the Trump administration have triggered a chain reaction. It is no longer just a simple policy issue but a reality that affects people’s immediate interests. International tourists in the above – mentioned cities are canceling their trips to the US in astonishing numbers.
Tourism orders in New York are evaporating rapidly. Las Vegas has lost its high – end global tourists, while San Francisco, Los Angeles, and Washington are mentally preparing for a decline in passenger flow and hotel occupancy rates. This tourism crisis is no longer a prediction but a real – life disaster.
Each cancellation represents a collective message from global travelers: they are becoming vigilant and choosing to leave. As the five major US cities simultaneously plunge into this crisis, the future of US tourism is being redefined.
The US, once a “must – visit” destination in the hearts of global tourists, is experiencing an unprecedented tourism winter. Different from the impacts brought about by an economic recession or the pandemic, this time the crisis stems from the increasingly tense political atmosphere, strict immigration policies, and a growing sense of “being excluded.”
It is predicted that foreign tourists’ consumption in the US will plummet by $12.5 billion in 2025.
Cities like New York, Los Angeles, Orlando, and Miami have already started to feel the impact. Although the data is worrying, the deeper emotional impacts – fear, anger, and uncertainty – cannot be ignored. These emotions are influencing the choices of global tourists, and the US is being crossed off the travel lists of more and more travelers.
New York, long regarded as the “heart” of US tourism, is experiencing a significant decline in the number of international tourists. Relevant officials predict that the number of international tourists in New York will decrease by 17% in 2025, approximately 2 million people.
This is not just a simple drop in passenger flow; it directly impacts local enterprises, travel agencies, restaurants, and cultural attractions that rely on international tourists. Although international tourists only account for 20% of the total number of tourists, they contribute half of New York’s tourism revenue.
Global Tourists Shifting to Other Countries
This loss is both economic and emotional, and it is still expanding.
Canada has always been the largest source of tourists for the US, but the situation is changing dramatically.
Many Canadians are choosing not to travel to the US due to the current political climate and the increasingly intense verbal confrontations between the two countries.
Many travel agencies in New York report that Canadian tourists’ bookings are drying up.
Whether it’s families, student groups, or retired travelers, they now prefer local Canadian destinations such as Halifax, Vancouver, and Nova Scotia. The message is clear: rather than risking entry conflicts and enduring unfriendly remarks, it’s better to choose safer and more welcoming travel options.
This is a fatal blow to local tour guides and small travel agencies. Some guides report that their business volume has decreased by 40% just because of the sharp drop in Canadian tourists.
It’s not just Canada. Tourists from Europe, Asia, and South America are also re – considering whether to travel to the US.
Some are worried about being denied entry; others fear that their visas will be suddenly canceled or they will have an unpleasant experience during
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