Judge temporarily blocks Trump's Harvard entry ban on new foreign students

A federal judge issued a temporary restraining order against President Trump's proclamation concerning international students at Harvard University. The order blocks the suspension of entry for international students, representing a legal setback for Trump. This follows an ongoing legal battle between the Trump administration and Harvard. Judge Burroughs, appointed by Obama, extended her previous order preventing the revocation of Harvard's ability to host international students. Harvard argues that Trump's actions violate the First Amendment and are motivated by a government vendetta. The university emphasizes the significant contributions of international students to its mission and the country. Harvard's President stated the university will support and defend the interests of its international students. The DHS views the situation differently, arguing it's a privilege for universities to enroll foreign students, not a right. The Trump administration intends to reform the student visa system and believes it will prevail in court. Trump's executive order had suspended entry for international students for at least 90 days, prompting the lawsuit. The order to terminate Harvard's student certification has also been challenged.