The Trump administration's recent pledge to revoke Chinese student visas could affect approximately 50,000 students in California. This decision may exacerbate the state’s $12 billion budget deficit, given that foreign students contribute financially through tuition and expenditure in local economies. The State Department suggests this policy aims to prioritize American interests amidst ongoing trade tensions with China, targeting students linked to the Chinese Communist Party. Higher education institutions express concern over the vital role international students play in research, teaching, and community service, particularly in the University of California system.
"The loss of so many international students could make these fiscal problems worse."
"Chinese students, as well as all our international students, are vital members of our university community and contribute greatly to our research, teaching, patient care and public service mission."
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