Veteran journalist Christiane Amanpour revealed that she felt uneasy traveling to the United States, describing the experience as similar to preparing for a visit to North Korea. The remark came during a recent podcast episode where she discussed her personal concerns about entering the country as a foreign national without U.S. citizenship or permanent residency.
Before her trip, Amanpour took notable precautions, including using a temporary phone and leaving behind personal electronic devices, out of concern for potential issues at the border. Her actions reflected growing anxieties among international travelers over increased scrutiny and changing immigration policies.
Although her arrival in the U.S. was ultimately uneventful and handled professionally by border officials, Amanpour emphasized that the fear she felt leading up to the trip was genuine. She pointed to broader global perceptions of the U.S. becoming less welcoming to foreigners, especially under recent travel policy shifts.
Her comments come at a time when international travel to the U.S. faces tighter restrictions and heightened tensions, drawing renewed attention to how America is viewed abroad.