As U.S. visa regulations become stricter, international students and researchers are grappling with a more difficult job market and uncertainties surrounding immigration. Many students express growing concerns over their future, fearing that one misstep could jeopardize their opportunities. Meanwhile, experts highlight the significant contributions of immigrants to American science and the potential negative impacts on academic exchanges due to the ongoing immigration crackdown. Reports indicate that changes in visa policies are pushing foreign researchers away or discouraging them from coming to the U.S. at all, raising alarms about the future of American higher education and innovation.