In a recent statement, President Trump announced steps to block international students from Harvard University from entering the U.S., just days after a federal judge halted his administration's previous efforts to revoke their visas. The move is part of a larger strategy to weaken Harvard’s financial standing and global influence, given that approximately 25% of its students are from abroad. This decision follows Judge Allison D. Burroughs' ruling, which temporarily protects the enrollment of foreign students at the prestigious institution. The administration continues to explore methods to keep these students from entering the country, with Trump advocating to limit student visas specifically for Harvard, and Secretary of State Marco Rubio contemplating the cancellation of existing visas for certain Chinese students. Harvard has not yet responded publicly to the latest developments.
The story remains dynamic, with updates expected as the legal situation unfolds.
Michael C. Bender is the reporter covering this politically charged issue, focusing on Trump’s broader immigration policies and their implications for education.
