Restoration of International Students' Records

SOURCE www.npr.org
The federal government is restoring the records of international students after abruptly terminating them, complicating their ability to stay in the U.S. Many judges had already ordered the restoration of students' records. The Trump administration has taken various steps to expel noncitizens, including revoking visas.

Key Points

  • Federal government reverses decision to terminate international students' SEVIS records
  • Many judges across the U.S. had already issued orders to restore students' records
  • Trump administration ramping up efforts to expel noncitizens, including revoking visas

Pros

  • International students' SEVIS records being restored, at least temporarily
  • Relief for affected students who were at risk of being forced to leave the country
  • Legal actions taken by judges to protect students' rights

Cons

  • Thousands of students had their SEVIS records terminated, complicating their legal status
  • Uncertainty over whether all terminated records will be restored
  • Trump administration's efforts to expel noncitizens, including revoking visas