Start Here Gap Year: Trump Admin Halts Student Visa Process
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May 28, 2025 James Longman, ABC's chief international correspondent, discusses the recent halt on student visa interviews by the Trump administration, revealing the potential impact on universities and the U.S. economy. He shifts focus to the dire humanitarian crisis in Gaza, depicting the chaos at aid centers amid ongoing conflict. The conversation also touches on a shocking case of torture linked to cryptocurrency theft in New York, raising concerns about safety and justice. Together, these topics highlight the intersection of education, humanitarian issues, and crime.
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Visa Process Halted for Vetting
- The Trump administration paused student visa interviews to review applicants' social media as a vetting tool.
- This policy could slow visa processing and financially impact colleges reliant on international students.
International Students' Economic Value
- International students significantly fund US universities and bolster the economy when they stay and start businesses.
- Delays in student visas risk students choosing universities abroad, benefiting other countries' economies instead of America's.
Harvard Faces Federal Contract Loss
- The Trump administration escalated pressure on Harvard by canceling remaining federal contracts worth an estimated $100 million.
- This is part of a broader crackdown on universities resisting administration priorities.