Tightening Visa Regulations: Trump Administration's Immigration Crackdown

The Trump administration has announced a proposed regulation to tighten visa durations for students, cultural exchange visitors, and media members, reflecting a continued effort in immigration restriction.

Under the new regulation, international students' F visas, J visas for cultural visitors, and I visas for media members would have fixed durations. This change would challenge current visa holders who previously enjoyed more flexible terms.

China has expressed opposition, specifically concerning measures affecting Chinese journalists. This proposal aligns with Trump's broader immigration restrictions and a previous 2020 proposal that the Biden administration later rescinded.

(With inputs from agencies.)