The Trump administration has finalized a new rule that imposes strict limits on the duration of stay for foreign students, exchange visitors, and journalists in the United States. Under the new regulations, international students will have their stay capped at four years, significantly impacting thousands of students from countries like India and South Korea. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced that this change aims to create a more systematic approach to visa regulations, replacing the open-ended system that previously allowed for indefinite stays. The rule also introduces tighter restrictions for journalists, limiting their visa duration to 240 days. These changes come amidst broader efforts by the administration to tighten immigration policies and reduce the overall number of foreign nationals in the U.S.