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MAGA Push to End OPT: How it Could Disrupt US Universities and International Students

The article from MSN discusses the MAGA (Make America Great Again) movement's push to end the Optional Practical Training (OPT) program, which allows international students in the U.S. to work in their field of study for up to three years after graduation. This initiative, led by figures like Rep. Thomas Massie, aims to prioritize American workers by limiting the opportunities for foreign graduates. The potential termination of OPT could significantly disrupt U.S. universities, which rely on international student tuition fees, and could deter prospective international students from choosing the U.S. for higher education due to reduced post-graduation employment prospects. Critics argue that ending OPT would not only affect the economic contributions of international students but also diminish the U.S.'s appeal as a global education hub, potentially impacting innovation and the tech industry where many OPT participants contribute. The debate highlights tensions between immigration policy, economic benefits, and national job security.

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[ https://www.msn.com/en-in/politics/government/maga-push-to-end-opt-how-it-could-disrupt-us-universities-and-international-students/ar-AA1wRbPe ]