Overview

• A federal judge issued a temporary injunction halting the Trump administration's ban on international student admissions at Harvard University, citing potential irreparable harm.
• The Trump administration accused Harvard of antisemitism and alleged coordination with the Chinese Communist Party, while also criticizing the university for its high percentage of international students.
• Harvard has resisted government demands to alter its policies, including ending diversity programs and increasing oversight of international students, leading to broader concerns over academic freedom.
• German and other international officials condemned the U.S. actions, with some inviting affected students to study abroad in countries like Germany as a response.
• Economic analyses suggest the U.S. could face significant financial losses, estimated at $44 billion, due to reduced international student enrollment and its impact on research and innovation.