Trump Administration Appeals Injunction Protecting Harvard Foreign Students

The Trump administration is appealing a federal district court injunction that blocks enforcement of President Trump's proclamation banning international students from entering the U.S. to study at Harvard University. The proclamation cited national security concerns and alleged foreign entanglements involving Harvard, including donations from Chinese entities. Judge Allison D. Burroughs issued the injunction, criticizing the administration’s efforts as attempts to control an academic institution and suppress diverse viewpoints, and highlighted the adverse impact on international students. Despite the injunction, President Trump announced that negotiations with Harvard are underway toward a historic agreement. The case now moves to the First Circuit Court of Appeals, where a panel will decide whether to hear the government's appeal. Harvard argues the administration's actions are retaliatory and unconstitutional, while the government maintains its authority to regulate borders for national security reasons.