Judge Extends Block on DHS Move Against Harvard

A federal judge in Boston has extended a preliminary injunction blocking the Department of Homeland Security's attempt to revoke Harvard University's certification to enroll international students, providing temporary relief as Harvard's lawsuit continues. The Department had initially planned to strip Harvard's certification but later offered a 30-day period for the university to contest the move. Judge Allison Burroughs questioned whether this procedural change would affect the ultimate outcome and raised concerns about potential violations of her earlier restraining order. Harvard claims the federal actions are retaliatory and threaten both academic freedom and the status of over 7,000 international students. The case occurs amid broader federal actions affecting other universities and intensifying debates over academic freedom and institutional autonomy. The injunction remains in effect while the legal proceedings continue.