Trump Administration Terminates Visa Records of International Students

SOURCE www.npr.org
Thousands of international students studying in the U.S. had their visa records terminated due to minor law enforcement encounters under the Trump administration, causing chaos in their lives. After legal battles, the records were restored, but a new policy may make it easier to revoke records in the future.

Key Points

  • Trump administration terminated visa records of international students
  • Legal battles ensued, leading to restoration of records
  • New policy may simplify revocation of records in the future

Pros

  • Effort to flag past law enforcement encounters

Cons

  • Chaos and uncertainty for international students
  • Irreparable damages to students' lives
  • Potential future policy changes making it easier to revoke records