US Tightens Visa Scrutiny for Chinese Students Amid National Security Concerns

The United States announced a new policy on May 28, 2025, that will lead to more aggressive scrutiny of Chinese students applying for visas to study in the US. The policy, announced by State Department spokesperson Tammy Bruce, is a response to concerns about the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) using student visas to infiltrate American universities and potentially compromise national security. \"The State Department is determined to protect Americans' right to free speech and to counter the malign influence and actions of the Chinese Communist Party," Bruce stated during a press conference. The new policy does not specify the number of students who will be affected or the exact criteria for determining who is a security threat. However, it is expected to significantly impact the number of Chinese students studying in the US, particularly those in fields considered critical to national security. This decision follows similar actions taken by the Trump administration, which temporarily suspended student visa processing for Chinese nationals. The current administration's approach appears more targeted, focusing on those suspected of posing a direct threat. This new policy highlights the ongoing tension between the US and China, and the lengths to which the US is willing to go to protect its national interests.