Trump administration halts new student VISA interviews
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Even a short-term pause on new student visa interview appointments could have major economic consequences and leave many uncertain about pursuing studies or careers in the United States.
The US State Department has instructed US embassies and consulates around the world to pause new student visa appointments as it develops guidance to expand “social media screening and vetting” to all applicants for student visas,
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Al Jazeera on MSNUS pauses student visa processing amid plans to up social media vettingLatest Trump administration move comes amid wider pressure campaign against top universities, targeting of students.
The State Department is poised to increase its social media vetting for those applying for student and exchange visitor visas amid the Trump administration's immigration crackdown.
WASHINGTON: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Tuesday (May 27) ordered a suspension of student visa processing as President Donald Trump's administration ramps up vetting of their social media, according to an internal cable.