Joseph Edlow
Joseph Edlow is President Trump's nominee for the position of director at US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). He has recently garnered attention for his controversial stance on the Optional Practical Training (OPT) program, which allows international students to work in the United States post-graduation. During a Senate Judiciary Committee hearing, Edlow expressed his desire to end the OPT program, citing issues with its application and management in recent years. His remarks have sparked concern within the international student community, particularly among those from countries like India, where a significant number of students participate in the program.
Global Media Ratings
Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 6 | 5.00 | 0.30% | +10% | 67,886,011 | 220,822 | $2,700,000 | 8,783$ |
| Guatemala | 4 | 5.25 | 0.38% | +20% | 17,915,568 | 80,974 | $82,000 | 371$ |
| India | 4 | 6.00 | 0.37% | +10% | 1,380,004,385 | 5,550,292 | $2,900,000 | 11,664$ |
| France | 3 | 5.33 | 0.28% | +10% | 65,273,511 | 202,446 | $2,700,000 | 8,374$ |
| United States | 2 | 6.00 | 0.10% | +10% | 331,002,651 | 346,435 | $21,000,000 | 21,979$ |
| Denmark | 2 | 6.00 | 0.19% | +0% | 5,792,202 | 10,796 | $350,000 | 652$ |
| United Arab Emirates | 2 | 5.00 | 0.19% | +0% | 9,890,400 | 18,539 | $430,000 | 806$ |
| Vietnam | 2 | 6.00 | 0.20% | +0% | 97,338,583 | 196,644 | $340,000 | 687$ |
| Pakistan | 2 | 5.00 | 0.20% | +0% | 220,892,331 | 439,587 | $280,000 | 557$ |
| Uruguay | 1 | 5.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 3,473,730 | 3,205 | $54,000 | 50$ |
| Switzerland | 1 | 5.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 8,654,622 | 7,984 | $700,000 | 646$ |
| Romania | 1 | 5.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 19,237,691 | 17,489 | $250,000 | 227$ |
| Russia | 1 | 6.00 | 0.10% | +0% | 144,104,080 | 142,395 | $1,500,000 | 1,482$ |
| Belarus | 1 | 5.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 9,449,323 | 8,693 | $60,000 | 55$ |
| Serbia | 1 | 5.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 8,737,371 | 7,872 | $55,000 | 50$ |
| Slovenia | 1 | 5.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 2,078,938 | 1,945 | $56,000 | 52$ |
| Iceland | 1 | 5.00 | 0.15% | +0% | 341,243 | 501 | $24,000 | 35$ |
| Liechtenstein | 1 | 5.00 | 0.11% | +0% | 38,137 | 42 | $6,900 | 8$ |
| Hong Kong | 1 | 5.00 | 0.13% | +0% | 7,500,700 | 9,567 | $370,000 | 472$ |
| Taiwan | 1 | 6.00 | 0.13% | +0% | 23,816,775 | 30,224 | $670,000 | 850$ |
| Ireland | 1 | 4.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 5,030,000 | 4,736 | $5,100 | 5$ |
| Jamaica | 1 | 5.00 | 0.10% | +0% | 2,961,167 | 2,834 | $15,000 | 14$ |
| Argentina | 1 | 5.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 45,195,774 | 41,237 | $450,000 | 411$ |
| Colombia | 1 | 6.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 50,882,884 | 46,983 | $350,000 | 323$ |
| Totals | 42 | 2,527,498,077 | 7,392,242 | $35,348,000 | 58,553$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Guatemala:
Joseph Edlow announced a thorough review of the status of beneficiaries from the 19 selected countries.
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India:
Joseph Edlow, the USCIS director, discussed the challenges of vetting immigrants and the potential for radicalization.
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Guatemala:
Joseph Edlow, the director of the USCIS, stated that the measure aims to ensure that individuals seeking to work in the U.S. do not threaten public safety.
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Colombia:
Joseph Edlow, director of the Uscis, indicated in the statement that after the shooting, it is even clearer that Uscis must conduct frequent background checks on foreigners.
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Pakistan:
USCIS Director Joseph Edlow linked the change directly to safety concerns.
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France:
Joseph Edlow is the director of the USCIS who commented on the need for frequent background checks for immigrants.
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India:
Director Joseph Edlow said the shift is intended to increase the frequency of vetting and screening for noncitizens seeking authorization to work in the United States.
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United States:
Director Joseph Edlow stated that reducing the maximum validity period for employment authorization will ensure public safety.
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United Kingdom:
Joseph Edlow is the USCIS director who announced the pause in asylum applications.
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Pakistan:
USCIS Director Joseph Edlow announced a rigorous reexamination of Green Cards issued to immigrants.
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