Trump's Administration Targets Harvard's International Students Amid Legal Roadblocks

The Trump administration has announced its intention to prevent international students from entering Harvard University, following a federal court's decision to block efforts aimed at disqualifying these students from receiving visas. This proclamation comes just six days after Judge Allison D. Burroughs of the District of Massachusetts halted the Department of Homeland Security's attempts to limit Harvard's international enrollment, which constitutes a significant portion of the student body. President Trump urged Secretary of State Marco Rubio to consider revoking existing visas for Harvard students, reflecting a concerted effort to weaken the university's financial standing and reputation globally.

Despite the judicial pushback, the administration is actively exploring alternative methods to restrict international student admissions. Trump hinted at capping student visas specifically for Harvard and Rubio indicated that visa revocations could be initiated for certain Chinese students. The situation at Harvard illustrates a broader struggle over immigration policies and the influence of educational institutions in the U.S. Amid these developments, Harvard officials have not commented publicly on the actions being taken against their students.

This is a developing news story; further updates will be provided as the situation evolves.

Michael C. Bender is a political correspondent for The New York Times, focusing on President Trump, the Make America Great Again movement, and various electoral issues.