US court blocks stricter visa limits for foreign students, journalists

A U.S. federal judge on Monday issued a stay that prevents immediate implementation of new visa regulations targeting foreign students and journalists seeking to work and study in the United States.

The policy, introduced by the Trump administration, would have significantly reduced the permitted duration of stays for these visa categories. The court's decision to postpone the rules came as legal challengers raised concerns about the measure's potential impact on educational institutions and media organizations across the country.

The temporary halt allows time for legal proceedings to continue, with various parties expected to present arguments regarding the regulation's validity and implications. Educational institutions and journalism organizations have expressed concerns about the restrictions' effects on international academic exchange and press freedom.

The postponement does not constitute a final ruling on the policy's legality, but rather maintains the current visa framework while courts examine the administrative action. The outcome of ongoing litigation will determine whether the stricter visa rules ultimately take effect or face further legal obstacles.