A federal judge in Massachusetts granted Harvard University's emergency request to block the Trump administration's effort to ban international students from its campus. This temporary restraining order halts the revocation of Harvard's SEVP status, creating uncertainty for international students and potential financial impacts on the university.
Key Points
Harvard University granted temporary restraining order to block Trump administration's ban on international students
Potential financial impacts on Harvard due to uncertainty created by the ban
SEVP certification held by Harvard for 70 years at risk
Pros
Harvard University's emergency request was granted, temporarily blocking the ban on international students
Harvard has held SEVP certification for 70 years, demonstrating its credibility
Cons
The temporary restraining order is only a near-term fix, and the administration is likely to appeal
The uncertainty created by the ban could have negative impacts on Harvard's international student body and financial aid programs