In a recent Forbes article, Jonathan Grode and Dan Berger weighed in on concerns over USCIS nominee Joseph Edlow’s intent to end Optional Practical Training (OPT) and STEM OPT for international students. Grode warned that bypassing standard regulatory procedures could lead to legal challenges, while Berger highlighted the impact of delays in OPT processing on students’ job prospects. With over 240,000 students relying on these programs, Green and Spiegel continues to advocate for policies that support international talent and innovation in the U.S.
