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24-05-2025
A U.S. federal judge issued a temporary restraining order halting the Trump administration’s move to revoke Harvard University’s access to the Student and Exchange Visitor Program, which would have barred Harvard from enrolling international students. Harvard sued, calling the action unlawful retaliation tied to disputes over antisemitism responses, academic independence, and admissions/hiring practices—claims the White House disputes. The pause eases immediate deportation fears for roughly 6,800 foreign students (about 27% of Harvard’s student body), though uncertainty remains ahead of a May 29 hearing. The clash follows broader administration actions against elite universities, including freezing $2.2bn in funding and threats to tax-exempt status. Harvard has made limited concessions but is mounting an aggressive legal defense; the case could eventually reach the Supreme Court.
Entities: Harvard University, Trump administration, U.S. federal judge, Student and Exchange Visitor Program, international students • Tone: analytical • Sentiment: neutral • Intent: inform
24-05-2025
China condemned the Trump administration’s move to ban international students from Harvard, saying it harms U.S. image and credibility. The policy—framed by DHS Secretary Kristi Noem as a response to alleged antisemitism, violence, and CCP coordination on campus—has prompted Harvard to sue, arguing First Amendment violations and severe, immediate impacts on over 7,000 visa holders (about a quarter of its student body). The decision sparked anxiety among affected students and opened opportunities for alternatives: Hong Kong University of Science and Technology offered unconditional transfers with streamlined admissions. Chinese media questioned whether the U.S. remains a top study destination amid policy uncertainty, while Beijing vowed to protect Chinese students’ rights. The move adds to longstanding U.S.-China tensions over student visas and campus security.
Entities: China, Trump administration, Harvard University, Department of Homeland Security, Kristi Noem • Tone: analytical • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
24-05-2025
Belgium’s Royal Palace says Princess Elisabeth, 23, may be unable to return for her second year at Harvard’s Master in Public Policy program after the Trump administration revoked Harvard’s ability to enroll international students, ordering thousands to transfer or leave the U.S. Harvard, which has over 6,800 foreign students, sued the administration, seeking a temporary restraining order and arguing the move violates the First Amendment and harms more than 7,000 visa holders. The ban, which U.S. officials linked to accusations including ties to China and campus antisemitism, drew criticism from China’s Foreign Ministry. Princess Elisabeth completed her first year and is in Belgium for the summer while awaiting the outcome.
Entities: Princess Elisabeth of Belgium, Harvard University, Trump administration, U.S. visa policy, First Amendment • Tone: analytical • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
24-05-2025
The article details how a Trump administration move to block Harvard from enrolling international students—paused by a federal judge—highlights U.S. universities’ growing dependence on foreign enrollment for both campus vitality and finances. Many elite institutions have higher international shares than Harvard’s 28%, including Carnegie Mellon (44%), Columbia (40%), Johns Hopkins (39%), and NYU (37%). Over two decades, international enrollment has risen due to growing middle classes abroad and U.S. public universities turning to full-paying foreign students to offset state funding cuts. International students contribute disproportionately to tuition revenue and local economies—1.1 million students added about $43 billion in 2023–24—often subsidizing lower costs for domestic students. A decline, exacerbated by restrictive immigration policies and research funding cuts, poses significant financial and academic risks to campuses nationwide.
Entities: Harvard University, Trump administration, Carnegie Mellon University, Columbia University, Johns Hopkins University • Tone: analytical • Sentiment: neutral • Intent: inform
24-05-2025
The Trump administration’s move to revoke Harvard’s certification to enroll international students alarmed universities nationwide, seen as an unprecedented federal threat to academic autonomy and global enrollment. Although a judge temporarily blocked the action, leaders warned it could chill international interest in U.S. study and pressure campuses to comply with federal demands, including broad requests for protest records. International students, who have doubled in the U.S. over 25 years and are crucial to research, campus diversity, and economic ties, are concentrated at elite schools like NYU, Columbia, and Harvard. Supporters of the crackdown, including DHS Secretary Kristi Noem and conservative analysts, argue foreign enrollment can displace Americans and has contributed to campus unrest; many university leaders counter that international students add academic and economic value. The episode raises broader concerns about federal leverage over higher education and the stability of the U.S. as a destination for global talent.
Entities: Harvard University, Trump administration, international students, Department of Homeland Security, Kristi Noem • Tone: analytical • Sentiment: negative • Intent: warn
24-05-2025
Chinese students at Harvard express anxiety and helplessness after the U.S. Department of Homeland Security abruptly revoked Harvard’s ability to enroll international students, effective immediately. Those already enrolled must transfer or risk losing legal status, but transfer deadlines have passed, leaving many in limbo. Students say they’re waiting for guidance amid scarce information. International students comprise about 27% of Harvard’s student body.
Entities: Harvard University, Chinese students, U.S. Department of Homeland Security, international students, student visa status • Tone: urgent • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
