Joseph Edlow, nominee for USCIS director, aims to end post-graduation OPT for international students, sparking concerns among students and educators. He believes the program has been misapplied, despite court rulings upholding its validity. This move could impact the 2.4 lakh international students in OPT, potentially harming US talent recruitment and economic competitiveness.
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