Harvard Wins Temporary Reprieve in Student Ban Case

Harvard University has filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration after the Department of Homeland Security revoked its Student and Exchange Visitor Program certification, directly affecting over 7,000 international students and risking disruption to a quarter of the student body. The administration justified the revocation by alleging campus safety issues, failure to address antisemitism, and links to the Chinese government. Harvard argues that the ban is unconstitutional, threatens both its financial and academic stability, and constitutes political retaliation. A federal judge quickly issued a temporary restraining order, restoring Harvard’s ability to admit foreign students while the legal case proceeds. Critics, including former Harvard President Lawrence Summers, warn the move could damage the U.S. economy, national security, and global reputation. The incident has led foreign universities to recruit displaced students, highlighting the international impact.