Stephen 'Fog' Fogarty says the US's decision to inspect students' phones and social media profiles for political engagement is "ridiculous".
The US State Department has halted new visa interviews for foreign students while it prepares to expand the screening of their activity on social media.
It won't affect students who have already received their visas.
Stephen 'Fog' Fogarty, says while the US will remain a popular destination for third level students, he's encouraging students to examine their social media accounts if they are planning to apply for a J1 visa: