Harvard Wins Temporary Block of Trump’s Foreign Student Ban
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Sunday, May 25, 2025 10:49 am ET1min read
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The Trump administration had revoked Harvard's ability to enroll international students, citing concerns over the university's handling of "anti-American, pro-terrorist agitators" and alleged coordination with the Chinese Communist Party [1]. The Department of Homeland Security had demanded detailed records on foreign students' activities within 72 hours, threatening to deport those involved in protests or dangerous activities [1].
Harvard's lawsuit argued that the administration's actions violated the First Amendment and would have a "devastating effect" on the university and its students [1]. The university, which enrolls nearly 6,800 foreign students from over 100 countries, swiftly condemned the move as "unlawful" and "retaliatory" [1][2].
The temporary block of the ban means that Harvard can continue to enroll international students for the time being, providing relief to the thousands of students affected. The university has pledged to continue its efforts to combat antisemitism and ensure the safety of its campus, while also maintaining its core academic principles [1].
The legal battle between Harvard and the Trump administration has significant implications for higher education in the U.S. It highlights the potential impact of political demands on academic autonomy and the rights of international students. As the case progresses, it will be crucial to monitor developments and assess their broader implications for the higher education sector.
References:
[1] https://www.yahoo.com/news/devastating-effect-harvard-sues-trump-125053098.html
[2] https://www.cnn.com/2025/05/22/us/harvard-university-trump-international-students
[3] https://www.ndtvprofit.com/world/harvard-university-gets-temporary-block-of-trumps-foreign-student-ban
Harvard Wins Temporary Block of Trump’s Foreign Student Ban
Harvard University has secured a temporary victory in its legal battle against the Trump administration, with a federal judge blocking the enforcement of the White House's ban on the school's enrollment of international students. The ruling, handed down by U.S. District Judge Allison Burroughs on May 25, 2025, came just hours after Harvard filed a lawsuit in Boston federal court [3].The Trump administration had revoked Harvard's ability to enroll international students, citing concerns over the university's handling of "anti-American, pro-terrorist agitators" and alleged coordination with the Chinese Communist Party [1]. The Department of Homeland Security had demanded detailed records on foreign students' activities within 72 hours, threatening to deport those involved in protests or dangerous activities [1].
Harvard's lawsuit argued that the administration's actions violated the First Amendment and would have a "devastating effect" on the university and its students [1]. The university, which enrolls nearly 6,800 foreign students from over 100 countries, swiftly condemned the move as "unlawful" and "retaliatory" [1][2].
The temporary block of the ban means that Harvard can continue to enroll international students for the time being, providing relief to the thousands of students affected. The university has pledged to continue its efforts to combat antisemitism and ensure the safety of its campus, while also maintaining its core academic principles [1].
The legal battle between Harvard and the Trump administration has significant implications for higher education in the U.S. It highlights the potential impact of political demands on academic autonomy and the rights of international students. As the case progresses, it will be crucial to monitor developments and assess their broader implications for the higher education sector.
References:
[1] https://www.yahoo.com/news/devastating-effect-harvard-sues-trump-125053098.html
[2] https://www.cnn.com/2025/05/22/us/harvard-university-trump-international-students
[3] https://www.ndtvprofit.com/world/harvard-university-gets-temporary-block-of-trumps-foreign-student-ban
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