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Harvard vs. Trump — How Does This Affect Students?
Recently, U.S. President Donald Trump has once again intensified his conflict with Harvard University, accusing it of spreading “anti-American ideology” and lacking proper oversight.
One of the central issues is international student visa policy.
The Trump administration has attempted to tighten or block certain student visas (F-1, J-1), citing national security concerns. This directly impacts 27% of the university’s population — international students — who now face risks of visa denial or even deportation.
Additionally:
* Over $2 billion in funding has been frozen,
* Harvard’s tax exemptions are under review,
* Academic freedom is under potential threat.
Harvard has already filed a lawsuit in federal court, and the case is now in active legal proceedings to defend the rights of the university and its students.
This conflict reminds us just how vital it is to protect academic freedom and keep the doors of international education open.