H-1B visa row: Social media vetting triggers 221(g) slips; how future processing is affected

US visa applicants, particularly H-1B and H-4 holders, are facing increased scrutiny with consular officers reportedly asking about social media privacy settings. This has led to more 221(g) slips, indicating a temporary visa denial requiring further information. Applicants have one year to provide requested documents to avoid reapplying.