Team Trump's Tariff Divide | US Work Visa: International Students Under Threat

In today's episode of India Global, In a world already shaken by economic uncertainty, a new battle looms; this time, between the world's two largest economies. China has labeled Trump's latest tariff threat as 'blackmail,' vowing to fight 'to the end' as tensions escalate toward what could become the most destructive trade war in history. President Trump's threat to impose a staggering 50% tariff on Chinese goods could push the total levies to over 100% this year, crippling industries and sending shockwaves through global markets. But China isn't backing down. Meanwhile, A storm is brewing over the future of thousands of international STEM students in the United States. A new bill introduced in Congress threatens to eliminate the Optional Practical Training, or OPT, program. It is a lifeline that allows international graduates to work in the U.S. for up to three years after completing their studies. This move comes amid rising anti-immigrant policies, echoing the Trump administration's aggressive stance on immigration. While previous attempts to scrap OPT failed, this time, fear is palpable among students—especially those from India, who make up nearly a third of the 300,000 international students in the U.S. NDTV's Gaurie Dwivedi brings you the latest.