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International students in Texas left in limbo

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Texas ranks third in the U. S. for international student enrollment, hosting about 8% during the 2023-24 school year, behind California and New York. The Trump administration's recent measures to halt student visa interviews and revoke visas for Chinese students have created an atmosphere of uncertainty for many. These actions follow criticism aimed at U.

S. colleges for not adequately addressing antisemitism amid protests related to Israel's actions in Gaza. The University of Texas at Austin, where nearly 12% of students are from abroad, faces significant challenges due to these federal policies. Recent visa revocations impacted at least 260 students in Texas, with legal actions restoring their status after federal judges intervened. The administration's concerns include allegations that the Chinese government uses students to steal intellectual property.

Amid these developments, UT's interim president has not publicly addressed the situation, contrasting with Stanford's president, who emphasized the value of international students. As the political landscape evolves, the future of international students in Texas remains precarious.

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