Trump administration confirms targeting international students with minor offenses

By Joel Rose

Published May 4, 2025 at 7:59 AM EDT

Any contact with law enforcement can now have major consequences for immigrants caught up in the Trump administration's crackdown. This has been especially tough for foreign students.

Joel Rose

Joel Rose is a correspondent on NPR's National Desk. He covers immigration and breaking news.

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