The United States is planning to limit the duration of visas for both international students and foreign journalists. Student visas will now be capped at a maximum of four years, while journalist visas will be restricted to 240 days. This policy shift raises concerns about potential impacts on academic exchange programs and press freedom. Officials have not yet detailed the specific rationale behind these changes, but the move aligns with broader efforts to tighten immigration policies. Critics suggest the restrictions could hinder educational opportunities and limit the ability of foreign press to report from the US effectively. The State Department is expected to release further details regarding implementation of the new visa durations. These changes are likely to face legal challenges and draw international scrutiny.