"Trump trying to charge people $100,000 for visas is only one of his administration's over-the-top new restrictions on visas, and state Attorney General Rob Bonta is leading a crusade to reverse the administration's proposed new student visa rules. It was generally seen as demonstrably nuts last month when the Trump administration started charging $100,000 for H-1B visas, despite those visa holders' enormous contributions to the US tech sector."
"There have also been some draconian restrictions the administration has proposed for student visas, including four-year limits (a degree with postgraduate education generally takes much longer to complete), and be highly limiting students in their ability to transfer schools or programs. California Attorney General Rob Bonta, who has sued Trump so many times we've lost count, is taking the mantle to lead the opposition against this proposal too."
"We're opposing @DHSgov's misguided proposal to restrict the length of international student visas making it harder for students to successfully complete their degree. America is stronger and more economically vibrant when we attract the best and the brightest students from Rob Bonta (@AGRobBonta) September 30, 2025 Our state thrives when students from around the world come here to learn, research, and contribute, Bonta said in a press release."
The Trump administration began charging $100,000 for H-1B visas, imposing extreme visa fees despite those workers' major contributions to the US tech sector. The administration also proposed draconian student visa restrictions, including four-year limits and severe constraints on students' ability to transfer between schools or programs, risking longer degree timelines with postgraduate work. California Attorney General Rob Bonta is leading a coalition of 17 state attorneys general opposing the proposed student visa rules. Bonta argues the proposal threatens California's universities, economy, and community diversity and urges DHS to reverse the rule to keep attracting top international students.
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