US unions sue over new visa rule for foreign students, journalists
Summary
A group of unions and advocacy organizations sued the U.S. government to stop a new rule that limits how long foreign students, exchange visitors, and journalists can stay in the country without renewing their visas. The rule sets specific time limits on certain visas and is set to start on September 15.Key Facts
- The lawsuit was filed in the U.S. District Court for the District of Massachusetts.
- The new rule caps student and exchange visitor visas (F and J visas) at a maximum of four years.
- Journalist visas (I visas) would be limited to 240 days, or 90 days for Chinese nationals.
- Previously, these visas could last as long as the program or employment lasted.
- The groups say the rule will harm universities, foreign students, and public finances.
- The Department of Homeland Security called the lawsuit “performative” and said the rule helps stop visa fraud.
- Union leaders say the rule threatens education and journalism by making the U.S. less welcoming.
- The new regulations are part of President Donald Trump’s effort to limit visa durations.
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