Harvard Wins in Court: Trump’s Ban on International Students Blocked
On June 6th, 2025 – A U.S. federal court has blocked the Trump Administration’s plan to stop new international students from enrolling at Harvard University.
Judge Allison Burroughs, from the District Court of Massachusetts, accepted Harvard’s urgent appeal and issued a temporary order against the government’s decision. She said the university proved it would suffer “immediate and irreparable harm” if the plan took effect.
Earlier this week, President Donald Trump had signed an order to suspend student visas for six months, claiming it was necessary for national security. The measure would have prevented many international students from entering the United States to begin their studies.
Harvard called the action an “illegal act of retaliation”, saying it violates the First Amendment, which protects freedom of speech. The university added that international students are a vital part of its community and its mission.
The Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs also criticized the move, saying it damages America’s international image and promising to defend the rights of Chinese students abroad.
