US to tighten visa regulations for foreign students, journalists

The Trump administration has implemented stricter visa regulations for foreign students, cultural exchange visitors, and journalists, setting fixed durations for F, J, and I visas. This move by the Department of Homeland Security aims to limit the length of stay for these visa types, which previously allowed for stays as long as the program or employment lasted. This policy shift underscores a broader trend of tighter immigration controls under the current administration, impacting international education and media operations in the US. It also raises concerns about the potential chilling effect on global academic and journalistic exchanges.