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Trump Administration Issues Final Rule to End Foreign Student Visa Abuse

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The Trump administration has issued a final rule targeting foreign student visa abuse. Details on the specific restrictions or compliance requirements are limited, but the rule appears designed to tighten oversight of F-1 and other student visa programs to prevent misuse.
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