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In recent news, U.S. District Judge Allison D. Burroughs has issued a preliminary injunction that blocks the Trump administration from revoking Harvard University’s ability to enroll international students while providing additional legal protections for these students. This decision comes after the federal government attempted to yank Harvard’s Student and Exchange Visitor Program certification, based on a May 22nd revocation notice sent by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to university administrators.
The injunction directs the administration to “immediately” prepare guidance for officials to disregard the DHS notice and restore every visa holder and applicant’s position that they would have been in, had it not been for this revocation notice. It also states that student visa holders should not be denied entry into the country due to the revocation. The government must file a status report within 72 hours of entering this order, describing the steps taken to ensure compliance with its requirements and certifying compliance.
While preliminary injunctions can be appealed, it is likely that the Justice Department will do so in response to Judge Burroughs’ ruling. The DHS and Justice Department have not yet responded to requests for comment on this matter. This decision comes after Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem sent a letter to Harvard stating that the administration was revoking their ability to enroll international students due to an unsafe campus environment, hostility towards Jewish students, promotion of pro-Hamas sympathies, and implementation of racist ‘diversity, equity, and inclusion’ policies.
Harvard has denied these allegations as “unlawful and unwarranted.” President Trump also made a presidential proclamation regarding this issue. The implications of Judge Burroughs’ decision are significant in that it upholds the rights of international students to study at Harvard while providing them with additional legal protections. This ruling is an important victory for academic freedom, as well as a rejection of the government’s attempt to interfere with educational institutions based on unfounded allegations.
In conclusion, Judge Burroughs’ decision to block the Trump administration from revoking Harvard University’s ability to enroll international students highlights the importance of upholding academic freedom and rejecting baseless accusations against universities. It is a victory for those who believe in the right to education without discrimination or interference from political agendas.
Source: [Original Article](https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/harvard-internation-students-visa-judge-blocks-trump-administration-rcna213836) #judge
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