Washington, D.C. : In a dramatic move, the administration of former President Donald Trump has blocked Harvard University from enrolling new international students, citing serious concerns about national security and campus unrest. The announcement was made by Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem in a post on social media platform X (formerly Twitter) on Thursday.

“We are holding Harvard accountable for fostering violence, antisemitism, and coordinating with the Chinese Communist Party on its campus,” Noem stated.

Key Allegations by the Department of Homeland Security:

• Fostering Violence and Antisemitism: The DHS accuses Harvard of allowing a hostile environment to flourish, particularly targeting Jewish students amidst recent protests.
• Ties to China: The Trump administration alleges that Harvard has engaged in activities that align with the interests of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP), raising red flags about foreign influence in American academia.

Immediate Impact:

The decision effectively halts the issuance of student visas for new international students seeking to enroll at Harvard, one of the world’s most prestigious universities. This could affect hundreds of incoming students from across the globe who were planning to begin their studies in the upcoming academic year.

Harvard Responds:

As of now, Harvard University has not issued an official statement in response to the federal decision. However, university insiders indicate that legal action may be considered to challenge the move.

Broader Context:

The action comes amid rising political tensions over immigration, free speech on college campuses, and growing scrutiny of U.S.-China relations. Trump and his allies have long criticized elite institutions for what they perceive as liberal bias and lax oversight of foreign collaborations.

This marks one of the most aggressive federal interventions in higher education under the Trump administration’s latest tenure and could set a precedent affecting other universities with significant international enrollment.

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