The Auron MacIntyre Show How Foreign Students Conquered American Universities| Guest: Adam Johnston | 4/2/25
Apr 2, 2025
Adam Johnston, a columnist for The Federalist and The Blaze, dives into the world of foreign students in American universities. He discusses the contentious issue of their involvement in political protests and the broader implications for national security. The conversation highlights the significant role of foreign students in university finances, especially in STEM fields, and critiques the immigration policies shaping their enrollment. Johnston calls for urgent reforms to prioritize the education of American citizens while exploring the challenges of political continuity in higher education.
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Foreign Student Dominance
- American universities are becoming dominated by foreign students, particularly at elite institutions like Columbia and NYU.
- This raises concerns about the future of American leadership and the allocation of national resources.
Financial Incentives for Universities
- There are financial incentives for universities to admit foreign students, who often pay full tuition.
- These incentives contribute to the increasing number of foreign students in American universities.
National Security Concerns
- The increasing presence of foreign students, especially from countries like China and Iran, raises national security concerns.
- The open student visa program may be inadvertently facilitating espionage and intellectual property theft.
