Trump cancels hundreds of student visas, forcing rapid departures

Trevor Hughes   - USA Today - 08/04
Secretary of State Marco Rubio said he's revoked the visas of 'lunatics,' but civil-rights experts say the administration is targeting free speech.

Trump cancels hundreds of student visas, forcing rapid departures

Secretary of State Marco Rubio said he's revoked the visas of 'lunatics,' but civil-rights experts say the administration is targeting free speech.

  • The Trump administration has revoked hundreds of student visas, forcing them to leave the U.S. quickly.
  • Some visa revocations appear to be connected to minor infractions or participation in pro-Palestinian protests.
  • Universities are scrambling to assist affected students.

DENVER ‒ The Trump administration has revoked hundreds of international student visas across the country, setting off a desperate scramble for them to leave the United States within days.

Universities have reported some students being forced to leave immediately, in many cases after discovering their visas were cancelled in the federal Student Exchange and Visitor Information System, or via an unexpected text or email. Multi...
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