Harvard Defies Trump: Standing Ovation at Commencement Amidst Legal Battle

Harvard Defies Trump Administration Amidst Standing Ovation at Commencement. Cambridge, MA – Harvard University President Alan Garber received an unprecedented minute-long standing ovation at this year's commencement ceremony. The overwhelming show of support came as the university faces intense pressure from the Trump administration. In recent weeks, the White House attempted to block Harvard from enrolling international students and revoked over $100 million in federal contracts. Garber, in his address, indirectly acknowledged the ongoing conflict, celebrating the graduating class's diversity and highlighting the presence of students from "around the world." The ovation was a powerful visual representation of the university's defiance and the students' solidarity. "It was a truly moving moment," commented one graduating senior who wished to remain anonymous. "It felt like a powerful statement of our commitment to inclusivity and academic freedom." The event underscores the ongoing tension between higher education institutions and political pressures, highlighting the importance of academic freedom and international collaboration.