US investigates 9 universities over alleged visa fraud, with focus on China
The Trump administration is launching an investigation into nine US universities over alleged J-1 visa fraud, with officials raising concerns about Chinese scholars and the Chinese government. The J-1 programme covers exchange visitors including international researchers, scholars and students, who may receive temporary authorisation to work or conduct research in the US. At a Thursday press…
The Trump administration has launched an investigation into nine US universities, including Harvard, Yale, Stanford, Brown, the University of Pittsburgh, UC Davis, Caltech, Arizona State University, and MIT, over alleged J-1 visa fraud. The investigation, described as a "historic investigation" by the inspector general of the US Department of Labor, Anthony D’Esposito, focuses on concerns about Chinese scholars and the Chinese government's alleged targeting of American technology and national security interests.
The J-1 visa program, which covers exchange visitors such as international researchers, scholars, and students, may enable temporary work or research in the US. The investigation will examine potential visa abuse, improper financial ties, or foreign influence compromising federally funded research at the universities. The Chinese embassy in Washington has not yet responded to a request for comment.
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