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United States to Begin Revoking Passports for Parents Owing $100,000 or More in Child Support

According to the Associated Press, the United States will start enforcing the policy this week and plans to broaden it beyond the initial $100,000 threshold.

Fact Check
The claim is directly and specifically supported by AP's own primary reporting. The AP article at apnews.com (February 10, 2026) first reported the policy expansion, and a May 7, 2026 AP follow-up (via wsls.com) confirmed enforcement would begin May 8, 2026, starting with those owing $100,000 or more. PBS NewsHour and The Hill independently corroborate the same facts. The claim accurately attributes the story to the Associated Press and correctly states the $100,000 threshold and the intent to broaden the policy. No conflicting evidence was found.
Summary

The United States will begin revoking passports this week for parents who owe at least $100,000 in child support, according to the Associated Press. The report says the policy will later be expanded, indicating a broader enforcement push tied to unpaid family support obligations. The source does not provide further operational details, timing for the expansion, or information on how many people may be affected.

Terms & Concepts
  • Passport revocation: A government action that cancels a valid passport, preventing or restricting international travel.
  • Child support arrears: Overdue child support payments that remain unpaid under a legal support obligation.