Harvard Takes on Trump: Lawsuit Challenges International Student Ban

Harvard Sues Trump Administration Over International Student Ban Harvard University has filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration, challenging its ban on international student enrollment. The ban, implemented in 2020, significantly impacted international students at universities across the United States. Harvard, with its substantial international student population, is now taking legal action, arguing that the ban is unconstitutional and amounts to retaliation. "There is recourse for Harvard to the U.S. courts system, the judicial system," explains Steve Tsang, Director of the SOAS China Institute. "And it is very, very likely that they will succeed in getting an injunction against the order of the Trump administration." The lawsuit alleges that the administration's action is an unconstitutional form of retaliation. More than 25% of Harvard's student population consists of international students, highlighting the significant impact of this ban. The video also includes the perspective of Fangzhou Jiang, a Harvard student, who notes that while students may not be able to physically be in the U.S., they can still continue their education remotely. This underscores the university's commitment to supporting its students amid the legal battle. The outcome of this case will have significant implications for international students across the country. The case highlights the ongoing debate about immigration policies and their impact on higher education.