EPISODE · Jul 19, 2026 · 13 MIN
US Immigration Shake-Up, Iran War Update & Trump's China Election Bombshell
from WASHINGTON CENTRAL with Saurabh Shukla · host Saurabh Shukla
The United States has announced one of its biggest immigration policy changes in years, with major implications for international students, researchers, journalists and legal immigrants.In this episode of Washington Central, Saurabh Shukla explains what the end of the Duration of Status rule means for F-1 students, how the new four-year visa limit could affect study plans, and why researchers, J-1 visa holders and foreign journalists will face stricter regulations. He also examines the Trump administration's proposal for a $100,000 Green Card bond and what it signals for the future of legal immigration to the US.The episode also analyses the latest developments in the US-Iran conflict, the potential impact on global energy markets, and President Donald Trump's allegations of Chinese interference in US elections—along with what they could mean for US-China relations and global geopolitics.Topics covered:US student visa rule changes explainedF-1, J-1 and journalist visa updatesProposed Green Card bondLatest US-Iran conflict updateTrump's China election interference claimsGlobal political and economic implicationsWashington Central with Saurabh Shukla brings you verified analysis and in-depth insights into the biggest stories shaping the United States and the world.
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