Federal Judge Halts Four-Year Limit on International Student Visas

A federal judge has issued preliminary relief, preventing a new immigration rule from taking effect that would have capped F-1 international student visas at four years. This decision maintains the previous "duration of status" system, allowing students to stay for their academic program's length. The ruling is significant for universities and international students, who had voiced concerns about potential academic disruption and discouraging global talent.