Harvard Battles Trump Administration in Court Over International Student Ban

Harvard Sues Trump Administration Over International Student Ban Harvard University has filed a federal lawsuit against the Trump administration, challenging a decision by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to revoke the university's certification to enroll international students. The DHS, under the leadership of Kristi Noem, claimed that these students posed a national security and ideological threat. This action affects approximately 6,800 students, over 27% of Harvard's student body. "This decision is a blatant violation of free speech and due process," stated a Harvard spokesperson in a press release following the lawsuit. "It is part of a broader political crackdown on academic freedom and international education." The DHS demanded that Harvard hand over records of foreign students who participated in campus protests. Harvard's lawsuit argues that this demand is unconstitutional and that the university's certification should be reinstated unless the DHS fully complies with legal processes. The case highlights the ongoing debate surrounding the balance between national security and academic freedom in the United States. The outcome of this lawsuit will have significant implications for international students across the country and the future of academic freedom in the face of political pressures.