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Trump Administration Proposes Strict Visa Limits, Faces Backlash

8/30/2025

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Trump Limits Visa Durations

The Trump administration proposed regulations to limit visa durations for international students, exchange visitors, and journalists.
F-visas and J-visas would be capped at four years; I-visas for journalists would last up to 240 days, with possible extensions.
China criticized the proposal, labeling it discriminatory.
Public comments on the measure will be accepted for 30 days.

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Trump Targets Voting Citizenship

USCIS has introduced guidelines to deny citizenship to green card holders who vote or register.
Deportation proceedings will commence for individuals guilty of illegal voting or falsely claiming citizenship.
This policy supports President Trump's executive order focused on election integrity.
The changes are effective immediately, with internal memos directing USCIS staff on enforcement.

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Trump Limits Visa Durations

The Trump administration proposed regulations to limit visa durations for international students, exchange visitors, and journalists.
F-visas and J-visas would be capped at four years; I-visas for journalists would last up to 240 days, with possible extensions.
China criticized the proposal, labeling it discriminatory.
Public comments on the measure will be accepted for 30 days.

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