Trump administration opens investigation into Harvard’s visa program eligibility

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Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Wednesday announced that the State Department has opened an investigation into Harvard University's continued eligibility as a sponsor for the Exchange Visitor Program.

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Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Wednesday announced that the State Department has opened an investigation into Harvard University's continued eligibility as a sponsor for the Exchange Visitor Program.

In a statement, Rubio said the investigation will examine whether Harvard's handling of exchange visitors runs "contrary to" U.S. interests and whether the university complies with all regulations, including "conducting programs that do not undermine foreign policy objectives or compromise national security interests of the United States."

In a statement, Rubio said the investigation will examine whether Harvard's handling of exchange visitors runs "contrary to" U.S. interests and whether the university complies with all regulations, including "conducting programs that do not undermine foreign policy objectives or compromise national security interests of the United States."

A spokesperson called the investigation "yet another retaliatory step taken by the Administration in violation of Harvard's First Amendment rights." He also stated that Harvard remains committed to complying with the program's rules.

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A spokesperson called the investigation "yet another retaliatory step taken by the Administration in violation of Harvard's First Amendment rights." He also stated that Harvard remains committed to complying with the program's rules.

Previously, the Trump administration in May attempted to revoke this program's certification. In addition, President Donald Trump issued a presidential proclamation to restrict foreign students from enrolling. But both efforts were blocked by a federal judge.

Previously, the Trump administration in May attempted to revoke this program's certification. In addition, President Donald Trump issued a presidential proclamation to restrict foreign students from enrolling. But both efforts were blocked by a federal judge.

This investigation comes after the Trump administration froze more than $2.6 billion in federal research grants after Harvard rejected demands from the administration's Task Force to Combat Anti-Semitism. A <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.improvethenews.org/story/2025/harvard-battles-trump-admin-over-b-funding-freeze">trial over Harvard's lawsuit against this freeze</a> began Monday.

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This investigation comes after the Trump administration froze more than $2.6 billion in federal research grants after Harvard rejected demands from the administration's Task Force to Combat Anti-Semitism. A trial over Harvard's lawsuit against this freeze began Monday.

More than a quarter of Harvard's student body consists of international students, most holding F or J visa status, and the university has faced scrutiny over its handling of pro-Palestinian protests and alleged failures to combat campus antisemitism following demonstrations earlier this year.</span

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More than a quarter of Harvard's student body consists of international students, most holding F or J visa status, and the university has faced scrutiny over its handling of pro-Palestinian protests and alleged failures to combat campus antisemitism following demonstrations earlier this year.

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The investigation will examine whether Harvard's handling of exchange visitors runs contrary to the nation's interests and whether the university complies with all regulations, including conducting programs that do not undermine foreign policy objectives or compromise national security interests.</span

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The investigation will examine whether Harvard's handling of exchange visitors runs contrary to the nation's interests and whether the university complies with all regulations, including conducting programs that do not undermine foreign policy objectives or compromise national security interests.

Harvard spokesperson Jason Newton called the investigation "yet another retaliatory step taken by the Administration in violation of Harvard's First Amendment rights" and stated the university remains committed to complying with Exchange Visitor Program regulations while protecting its international community.</span

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Harvard spokesperson Jason Newton called the investigation "yet another retaliatory step taken by the Administration in violation of Harvard's First Amendment rights" and stated the university remains committed to complying with Exchange Visitor Program regulations while protecting its international community.

The Trump administration previously attempted to revoke Harvard's Student and Exchange Visitor Program certification in May and issued a presidential proclamation to restrict foreign students from enrolling, but both efforts were blocked by federal Judge Allison Burroughs.</span

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The Trump administration previously attempted to revoke Harvard's Student and Exchange Visitor Program certification in May and issued a presidential proclamation to restrict foreign students from enrolling, but both efforts were blocked by federal Judge Allison Burroughs.

The investigation comes amid broader tensions between Harvard and the Trump administration, including the freezing of more than $2.6 billion in federal research grants after Harvard rejected demands from the administration's Task Force to Combat Anti-Semitism regarding admissions and hiring processes.</span

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The investigation comes amid broader tensions between Harvard and the Trump administration, including the freezing of more than $2.6 billion in federal research grants after Harvard rejected demands from the administration's Task Force to Combat Anti-Semitism regarding admissions and hiring processes.

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The Trump administration is conducting an unlawful retaliation campaign against Harvard for refusing to surrender its academic independence and First Amendment rights. These investigations represent a dangerous attempt to control a reputable academic institution and squelch diverse viewpoints rather than legitimate oversight. The administration's actions threaten American higher education's global standing.

The Trump administration is conducting an unlawful retaliation campaign against Harvard for refusing to surrender its academic independence and First Amendment rights. These investigations represent a dangerous attempt to control a reputable academic institution and squelch diverse viewpoints rather than legitimate oversight. The administration's actions threaten American higher education's global standing.

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Harvard has repeatedly failed to create a safe environment for its Jewish students and hasn't done enough to punish those who were involved in the anti-Israel protests. These investigations, as well as other actions taken by the administration, are necessary to ensure taxpayer-funded programs don't undermine America's interests.

Harvard has repeatedly failed to create a safe environment for its Jewish students and hasn't done enough to punish those who were involved in the anti-Israel protests. These investigations, as well as other actions taken by the administration, are necessary to ensure taxpayer-funded programs don't undermine America's interests.

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The Trump administration is conducting an unlawful retaliation campaign against Harvard for refusing to surrender its academic independence. The administration's many actions against Harvard are nothing more than an attempt to control an academic institution and squelch diverse viewpoints rather than conduct legitimate oversight.

The Trump administration is conducting an unlawful retaliation campaign against Harvard for refusing to surrender its academic independence. The administration's many actions against Harvard are nothing more than an attempt to control an academic institution and squelch diverse viewpoints rather than conduct legitimate oversight.

State Dept Opens Harvard Student Visa Investigation

State Dept Opens Harvard Student Visa Investigation Amid Campus Row

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