2024-06-26
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Trump proposes green cards for US grads as Biden eases DACA visa processing
Trump's Green Card Proposal for U.S. Graduates Sparks Debate Amid Biden's DACA Visa Reforms
Trump proposes green cards for US grads as Biden eases DACA visa processing
Former President Donald Trump proposed granting automatic green cards to college graduates, including those from junior colleges, to prevent talent loss to other countries. The idea received mixed reactions, with some advocating for more accessible pathways for international students to stay in the U.S. and contribute to the economy. The President's Alliance on Higher Education and Immigration supported the notion, emphasizing the benefits to the country. However, skepticism arose due to Trump's previous restrictive immigration policies.
The Biden administration's efforts to facilitate visas for DACA recipients and undocumented noncitizens who have graduated from U.S. institutions were seen as a significant step forward. The D-3 waiver, aimed at helping Dreamers adjust to employment-based visas, was welcomed, though more details on implementation are still needed.
Despite Trump's campaign retracting his initial promise and adding conditions, the discussion highlights the importance of immigration reform and the role of international students in the U.S. economy. New research indicates that the impact of a potential Trump victory on international students' decisions to study in the U.S. has lessened since 2016, suggesting a shift in priorities. The debate continues, with stakeholders awaiting further clarification on how immigration policies will evolve.
The Biden administration's efforts to facilitate visas for DACA recipients and undocumented noncitizens who have graduated from U.S. institutions were seen as a significant step forward. The D-3 waiver, aimed at helping Dreamers adjust to employment-based visas, was welcomed, though more details on implementation are still needed.
Despite Trump's campaign retracting his initial promise and adding conditions, the discussion highlights the importance of immigration reform and the role of international students in the U.S. economy. New research indicates that the impact of a potential Trump victory on international students' decisions to study in the U.S. has lessened since 2016, suggesting a shift in priorities. The debate continues, with stakeholders awaiting further clarification on how immigration policies will evolve.
