Trump plans to take a firm stance against Harvard, imposing significant penalties.
Harvard braces for continued pressure from President Trump
In a recent development, U.S. President Donald Trump has intensified his criticism of Harvard University, escalating the ongoing dispute over allegations of anti-Semitic protests at U.S. elite universities. The university stands to lose billions in federal funds and is embroiled in a legal battle to preserve its right to accept international students.
When asked about the dispute, Trump declared, "Harvard needs to behave. They're treating us with great disrespect, and they're isolating themselves." He went on to express his desire for Harvard to "be great again," but claimed the university was instead seeking conflict and "wanting to fight back." He added, "They want to show how smart they are, and they're going to get a kick in the ass."
The Trump administration has targeted universities accused of having a left-liberal bias, with a view to halting diversity programs. Harvard, however, is resisting the administration's far-reaching demands, leading to a cut in federal subsidies for the prestigious institution. Moreover, the administration has sought to prevent Harvard, in the state of Massachusetts, from accepting international students. The case is currently being considered by a court.
Separately, Senator Marco Rubio has announced new guidelines for visa issuance for international students. The U.S. Department of State has instructed embassies and consulates worldwide not to schedule new appointments for visa applications, as social media activities of visa applicants are set to be expanded in review processes.
Sources: ntv.de, mau/dpa
In the heightened tensions surrounding the dispute, President Trump has suggested capping international students at 15% of Harvard's total student body and emphasized the need for these students to "love our country." Meanwhile, Harvard President Alan Garber has highlighted the importance of international students to the institution in the face of this maelstrom.
The legal battles between Harvard and the Trump administration continue, with a federal judge issuing extended temporary relief against the administration's restrictions on international students and planning to grant a preliminary injunction. Harvard has been given 30 days to provide evidence to rebut the administration's efforts to end its participation in the Student and Exchange Visitor Program. A hearing to challenge the $2.2 billion freeze in grants and $60 million in contracts to Harvard is scheduled for July.
The future of international students at Harvard remains uncertain, as the university grapples with the ongoing political and financial pressures. Both sides continue to assert their respective positions, with the legal processes offering a potential resolution to this complex issue.
The European Union, witnessing the escalating controversy between Harvard University and President Trump, might find parallels in the politics surrounding education-and-self-development and general-news, considering the Trump administration's attempts to alter diversity programs and its impact on the university's common policy on the environment.
As the Trump administration imposes restrictions on international students and continues legal battles, the broader implications for academic institutions and self-development could draw attention from the European Union, emphasizing the need for education systems to prioritize quality and inclusivity in these challenging times.
