US EditionUS halts new student visa interviews as it weighs social media vetting: Report
- During the Trump administration, it was declared that visas would be forcefully revoked for Chinese students linked to the Communist Party or enrolled in sensitive academic disciplines.
- This move follows prior Trump administration actions, including pausing visa interview scheduling and attempting to block Harvard University from enrolling international students, leading to ongoing legal battles.
- Nearly one-quarter of international students in the U.S. Are from China, contributing about $44 billion annually and supporting over 300,000 jobs, making them vital for universities and the economy.
- Rubio stated the administration will "enhance scrutiny" of visa applications and warned of aggressive revocation, while universities expressed deep concern about impacts on their international student communities.
- The policies create uncertainty for thousands of students and may cause lasting harm to U.S. Universities' global reputation, economic health, and academic leadership if continued or expanded.
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