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Visa Revocations Cost U.S. $50 Billion, Threaten Student Rights

10/5/2025

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Story summary

Detainment and visa revocations for students from Turkey, Palestine, and Iran threaten First Amendment rights.
About 6,000 visas were revoked this year, often for minor infractions, and fears from Trump administration policies drive a 40% nationwide enrollment decline.
Economic impact: $50 billion lost in 2023 from international students, Florida up to $243 million, and Miami University around 750 international students.

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Story summary

Detainment and visa revocations for students from Turkey, Palestine, and Iran threaten First Amendment rights.
About 6,000 visas were revoked this year, often for minor infractions, and fears from Trump administration policies drive a 40% nationwide enrollment decline.
Economic impact: $50 billion lost in 2023 from international students, Florida up to $243 million, and Miami University around 750 international students.