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Have you reconsidered a trip to the US?

USI has advised students ‘to be cautious and informed about the potential risks involved in activism while on a J1 visa’.

UNITED STATES AUTHORITIES have implemented stricter rules for foreign students – including J1 visa holders – and others planning to visit the US.

The Union of Students in Ireland (USI) issued a statement last week to students traveling to the US on J1 visas about the potential risks of engaging in activism while abroad.

The warning came after several non-US citizens were arrested and threatened with deportation for participating in pro-Palestine protests at universities.

Education Minister Helen McEntee added that all visitors to the US should consider their social media history when going before Customs officials. 

So today we’re asking: Have you reconsidered a trip to the US?


Poll Results:

I don't plan on visiting the US (4759)
Yes (4732)
No (2530)
Possibly (572)

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