The White House clarified that President Trump is not increasing student visas for Chinese nationals, despite recent speculation. The 600,000 figure cited refers to a two-year cumulative count, representing a continuation of existing policy. This clarification addresses criticism from those who viewed the number as a policy shift amid ongoing US-China trade negotiations.
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