The Trump administration has directed US embassies and consular offices to halt the scheduling of new student visa interviews, as it considers introducing mandatory social media vetting for all foreign students applying to study in the United States.
According to multiple reports, the proposed measure would mark a significant escalation in the scrutiny of international student applicants. A diplomatic cable dated Tuesday and signed by Secretary of State Marco Rubio outlined the pause, indicating it is a preparatory step toward implementing the expanded vetting procedure.
If adopted, the move could result in major delays in visa processing and potentially deter thousands of prospective international students from applying to US institutions. Experts have warned that such a policy could have far-reaching implications for American universities, many of which depend heavily on the tuition fees and contributions of foreign students to sustain their operations.
The proposed policy shift is part of a broader effort by the administration to tighten immigration controls and enhance national security measures through digital surveillance. However, critics argue it could harm the US’s reputation as a welcoming destination for higher education and innovation.
Visit www.guardian.ng for more on this developing story.
According to multiple reports, the proposed measure would mark a significant escalation in the scrutiny of international student applicants. A diplomatic cable dated Tuesday and signed by Secretary of State Marco Rubio outlined the pause, indicating it is a preparatory step toward implementing the expanded vetting procedure.
If adopted, the move could result in major delays in visa processing and potentially deter thousands of prospective international students from applying to US institutions. Experts have warned that such a policy could have far-reaching implications for American universities, many of which depend heavily on the tuition fees and contributions of foreign students to sustain their operations.
The proposed policy shift is part of a broader effort by the administration to tighten immigration controls and enhance national security measures through digital surveillance. However, critics argue it could harm the US’s reputation as a welcoming destination for higher education and innovation.
Visit www.guardian.ng for more on this developing story.
The Trump administration has directed US embassies and consular offices to halt the scheduling of new student visa interviews, as it considers introducing mandatory social media vetting for all foreign students applying to study in the United States.
According to multiple reports, the proposed measure would mark a significant escalation in the scrutiny of international student applicants. A diplomatic cable dated Tuesday and signed by Secretary of State Marco Rubio outlined the pause, indicating it is a preparatory step toward implementing the expanded vetting procedure.
If adopted, the move could result in major delays in visa processing and potentially deter thousands of prospective international students from applying to US institutions. Experts have warned that such a policy could have far-reaching implications for American universities, many of which depend heavily on the tuition fees and contributions of foreign students to sustain their operations.
The proposed policy shift is part of a broader effort by the administration to tighten immigration controls and enhance national security measures through digital surveillance. However, critics argue it could harm the US’s reputation as a welcoming destination for higher education and innovation.
Visit www.guardian.ng for more on this developing story.
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