The Trump administration has intensified its focus on international student programs and visa sponsorship practices. On October 8, the White House announced an investigation into several top-tier universities to determine whether they had misused the recruitment of international students. The administration also alleges that six companies, including Microsoft and Adobe, have improperly sponsored visas for highly skilled foreign workers and aims to prevent such practices in the future. One of the proposed measures is a tax of $70,000 (62,470 euros) per international student who wishes to work in the United States under the Optional Practical Training (OPT) program, with an additional $30,000 for each subsequent student. These costs could be passed on to students and employers. According to the scientific journal Nature, around 420,000 international students, or about a third of foreign students, participated in the OPT program during the 2025-2026 academic year, making it a significant source of international talent for the American job market. However, Time reports that this proposal, similar to previous attempts to restrict international student enrollment, is likely to face legal challenges. Leaders from Silicon Valley and California’s education sector have raised concerns, emphasizing that access to the most intelligent and hard-working people globally is one of America’s key competitive advantages. These policies, alongside a decline in the number of student visas issued, have already led to a drop in foreign student enrollments at universities. At the same time, more researchers—both foreign and American—are considering other countries for their work. The Wall Street Journal reported on comments made by American Vice President J. D. Vance in April: "Listen, I'm married to a daughter of Indian immigrants, and you know, I love my in-laws; they are great people who have greatly contributed to the United States. One of the obligations of these citizens is to think about their adopted country and not their country or group of origin... The system only works when everyone sees themselves as American." This statement has been interpreted as a form of nationalism that could potentially harm the country's global standing. Meanwhile, the United Kingdom is welcoming a record number of American students, with reports suggesting that the "Trump effect" is encouraging students to leave the United States for Europe. American universities are also reportedly losing ground in global rankings. Courrier Expat, launched in April 2016 and aimed at French expatriates and those considering expatriation, provides information drawn from international press on the professional and personal environment of French people abroad, organized into sections such as business, education, and health. Courrier Expat also explores new frontiers by combining information, services, and a community dimension, allowing readers to access expert advice, consult job offers, participate in forums, and read blogs from expatriate correspondents.