Amid heightened tensions between the U.S. administration and academic institutions, particularly Harvard University, former President Donald Trump has offered reassurance to Chinese students studying in the United States.
Responding to concerns following the administration's visa restrictions affecting international students, Trump stated, "They're going to be ok. It's going to work out fine." He emphasized that the government aims to verify the status of individual students across all colleges.
The past week has seen increased challenges for international students due to tightening visa policies. Notably, a federal judge temporarily blocked Trump's administration from preventing Harvard from enrolling certain international students, a move that marked a temporary setback in the government's efforts to restrict student visas.
Trump criticized Harvard for not providing a list of enrolled students, stating, "They ought to give us a list and get themselves out of trouble." This reflects broader concerns by the administration regarding transparency and security in academic institutions hosting foreign students.
Additionally, U.S. officials have targeted visa cancellations, especially for students who engaged in activism related to international conflicts or committed minor legal infractions. These measures have escalated the debate on academic freedom and immigration policy in higher education.
Earlier, Harvard's president received a standing ovation after urging universities to stand firm in the face of these administrative challenges, signaling a heightened resolve from educational institutions to protect their international student communities.
