Trump Targets OPT Program, International Students Worried

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As part of his tough immigration stance, former U.S. President Donald Trump is backing a new bill in Congress that aims to end the Optional Practical Training (OPT) program. This has caused concern among international students, especially from India and other countries, who rely on OPT to gain work experience after graduation.

OPT allows students on F-1 visas to work in the U.S. for up to a year, or up to three years for STEM graduates. The new proposal would let students study in the U.S. but not work after finishing their degrees. Students fear this move could affect career plans and reduce the appeal of studying in the U.S. The bill is still under discussion, and its future remains uncertain.