Nationwide Visa Revocations Affect Over 1,200 International Students

Johns Hopkins University announced that 37 of its graduate students and recent graduates have had their visas revoked amidst a broader crackdown by the Trump administration, affecting nearly 1,200 international students across the U.S. Meanwhile, Ohio State University reported that 12 of its international students have lost their visas, with at least 45 total revocations across Ohio colleges. The government has not provided specific reasons for these visa terminations, but Secretary of State Marco Rubio indicated some are linked to alleged connections with pro-Palestinian activism. Reports suggest that the visa revocations are part of a larger trend targeting students based on perceived political affiliations or past criminal records. Universities are struggling to obtain information about the basis for these revocations and are coordinating support for the affected students. Critics argue that the lack of transparency raises concerns about due process for international students.