Staff Reports
While the Biden-Harris administration preens over its newfound record of 1.12 million international students in U.S. colleges for the 2023-2024 academic year, one can’t help but wonder if they’ve confused “record achievement” with “record neglect.” On the surface, the idea of welcoming international students sounds wonderful, but a checklist reveals a disconcerting trend that begs a closer look at the bigger picture.
The State Department is busy patting itself on the back for making America the go-to place for international study. Congratulations are in order—if only they were just as enthusiastic about getting control over the borders or defending the interests of American citizens. As the cheerleaders of this academic influx crank up the volume about the supposed economic boon of $50 billion brought in by these students, they conveniently ignore the elephant in the room: the immense growth of illegal immigration that continues to plague the nation.
U.S. Hosts Record 1.12 Mln International Students, Adding $50 Bln To Economy https://t.co/cGTNWlptnB
— Mike Nietzel (@MikeNietzel) November 18, 2024
In a staggering twist of irony, while our universities are filled to the brim with foreign students, the Biden administration seems to be met with a surge of illegal immigrants. With over 8.5 million encounters at the southern border just during Biden’s tenure, one has to question whether these bureaucrats are more focused on foreign accolades than securing the homeland. This situation not only raises alarms from immigration hardliners but also highlights a profound disconnect within the administration’s priorities.
On another note, it appears that the Biden-Harris duo might be unaware of its own impact on U.S. institutions. For the first time in 15 years, India has overtaken China as the primary source of foreign students, making up 29% of the total international student population. This shift may signal geopolitical changes, but it also raises questions about the burgeoning Chinese influence on U.S. campuses that lawmakers are increasingly concerned about. A GOP group recently introduced legislation to curtail foreign influence—with a particular eye on communist interference—but it seems those warnings have fallen on deaf ears.
Critics of the administration’s approach to vetting rolls for international students have begun to voice their concerns about how these educational programs often serve as loopholes for foreign nationals to remain in the country indefinitely. With an educational experience that can be used as a backdoor path to citizenship, what remains to be seen is whether American youth have a fighting chance in their own education system or if they will continuously be overshadowed by an influx of foreign influence.
In a landscape riddled with contradictions, the administration appears content with celebrating its numbers without recognizing the foundational issues they signify. For those who prioritize American interests above all else, this dichotomy becomes increasingly hard to stomach. The U.S. consistently retains its status as the top choice for international students, but the question lingers: Is this truly a success story, or is it merely a chapter in a larger narrative of neglecting American citizens in favor of global ambition?
