Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:15am on 17 Apr 2025,Thursday International
The Trump administration has threatened to ban Harvard University from enrolling foreign students, accusing it of "threatening national security" and fostering antisemitism. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem demanded reforms to hiring, admissions, and teaching practices, along with records on visa holders' alleged illegal activities. Harvard President Alan Garber rejected the demands, vowing to protect the university's independence. The government has already frozen $2.2 billion in federal funding, and Trump has threatened to remove key tax exemptions. International students currently make up 27% of Harvard’s enrollment. The move is part of a broader crackdown on universities linked to pro-Palestinian protests. (PC: BBC)
