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WASHINGTON— A surprising and significant shift has marked US immigration rhetoric as President Donald Trump contradicted his previous hardline “Make America Great Again” policy, adopting a new stance in favor of international students. President Trump has now conceded that foreign students are highly beneficial to both US educational institutions and the national economy.
In his latest public statement, President Trump highlighted the financial realities, emphasizing that students arriving from abroad are crucial for maintaining the financial stability of American universities. He issued a stark warning, asserting that if the number of international students were to drop significantly, not only would dozens of institutions face closure, but “half of the American university system will collapse.”
The President clarified that students from various nations, including China, are currently enrolled in the US. He contended that limiting their numbers would prove detrimental not only to educational bodies but also to the broader economy. He noted that international students often pay double the tuition fees compared to local students, making this system financially vital for US universities.
President Trump expressed his desire to see American educational institutions flourish. He admitted that while this decision may not be politically easy for him, he views it as a necessary step for the country from a business perspective.
Contradiction with Current Administration Policies
This new stance stands in stark contradiction to the Trump administration’s existing hardline policies. Since taking office for his second term in January of this year, the administration has implemented harsh measures, including the cancellation of thousands of student visas, the arrest of numerous students involved in Pro-Palestine activities, and the imposition of tougher requirements for visa applications.
The administration also targeted top institutions like Harvard and Stanford, accusing them of violating regulations regarding foreign student enrollment. Harvard University successfully petitioned the court against the restrictions, and the court blocked the Trump administration from enforcing the blanket ban on international students. However, the government has appealed this judicial decision, making the President’s latest statement a complicating factor in the ongoing legal and policy conflicts.
