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US Labor Unions Sue Against New Visa Rule Limiting Foreign Student/Journalist Stays

A coalition of US unions and advocacy groups has sued the federal government over a new visa rule limiting the stay of foreign students and journalists, alleging it will harm workers' rights and national interests. The lawsuit seeks to block the rule, which would restrict certain foreign nationals from staying in the country beyond its expiration date.

US Labor Unions Sue Against New Visa Rule Limiting Foreign Student/Journalist Stays
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A coalition of unions and advocacy groups in the US has sued the federal government over a new visa rule that restricts the stay duration for foreign students and journalists in the country. The rule aims to limit their stays to less than 12 months, sparking concerns among labor groups about the impact on low-wage workers and migrant families who rely on these individuals for employment. The lawsuit seeks to block the rule from being enforced.

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