Overview

• A federal judge in Massachusetts blocked the Department of Homeland Security from revoking Harvard’s authority to issue visas for international students.
• The White House froze about $3 billion in Harvard contracts and canceled roughly $100 million in grants, citing concerns over antisemitism and so-called 'woke' policies.
• Harvard filed suit in federal court, arguing the visa revocation and funding cuts violate First Amendment and due process protections.
• First Lady Melania Trump’s office publicly debunked rumors that her son Barron applied to or was rejected by Harvard, calling the story “completely false.”
• Observers remain divided over the administration’s motives, with supporters highlighting ideological clashes and critics pointing to possible personal grudges.