BREAKING: Trump Administration Revokes Harvard’s Ability to Enroll International Students

BREAKING: Trump Administration Revokes Harvard’s Ability to Enroll International Students

By Aaron Joyce Washington D.C. May 22, 2025 — By L.T.T Media Newswire

In an unprecedented and controversial move, the administration of U.S. President Donald Trump has revoked Harvard University's authority to enroll international students, according to a statement released today by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS).

The decision, which sent shockwaves through the academic and diplomatic communities, was justified by DHS officials citing “noncompliance with federal visa regulations” and a “pattern of conduct inconsistent with the national interest.” However, critics are already condemning the move as politically motivated and a direct attack on academic freedom.

Sweeping Impact

The revocation immediately affects thousands of current and prospective international students who rely on Harvard’s certification under the Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) to legally study in the United States. The ruling means that, effective immediately, Harvard can no longer issue I-20 forms—documents required for student visa applications.

“This is a targeted assault on one of the world’s leading academic institutions,” said a spokesperson for the American Council on Education. “It threatens not just Harvard, but the broader reputation of the U.S. as a destination for global talent.”

Trump’s Statement

President Trump, who has made combative statements about elite institutions and “globalist influence” in American education, addressed the decision briefly at a rally in Florida on Wednesday evening.

“Harvard has gotten away with too much for too long,” he said. “If they want to prioritize foreign nationals over Americans, they can do it somewhere else.”

Harvard Responds

Harvard University has responded with a sharp rebuke and announced immediate legal action. In a statement, Harvard President Claudine Gay said:

“This administration’s decision undermines our core mission and the principles of academic collaboration and excellence. We will fight this ruling with every legal and constitutional tool available to us.”

The university confirmed that it is working with immigration attorneys and congressional allies to file for an emergency injunction to halt the revocation.

Backlash and Uncertainty

The move is already drawing international condemnation. Several foreign governments, including those of India, China, Germany, and Brazil, have issued statements expressing concern and requesting clarification from the U.S. State Department.

Students currently enrolled at Harvard on F-1 visas face uncertainty about their legal status, with immigration experts warning that they may be forced to leave the country if the ruling stands.

What Comes Next

Legal experts anticipate a flurry of lawsuits and possible intervention by the courts. Civil liberties organizations, academic associations, and even some Republican lawmakers have questioned the timing and motives behind the decision.

As this story develops, L.T.T Media will provide updates and in-depth analysis of the legal, academic, and geopolitical fallout from this historic clash between the White House and one of America’s most prestigious universities.

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