Trump Admin Halts New Student Visa Interviews to Expand Social Media Vetting: Report

President Donald Trump’s administration has paused all new student visa interviews globally, instructing consular offices to halt F, M, and J visa appointments pending new rules on mandatory social media vetting, according to a Politico report. The plan, based on documents signed by Secretary of State Marco Rubio, is aimed at expanding scrutiny of international students’ online activity — particularly for those suspected of opposing Israel's Gaza offensive. The decision could disrupt higher education in the U.S., which relies heavily on international students for financial sustainability. Rights groups have raised concerns about potential misuse of the policy to target political views. Watch the full breakdown.

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