State Department investigating Harvard's ability to sponsor exchange visas

The State Department is launching an investigation into Harvard's ability to sponsor exchange visas, Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced Wednesday. The big picture: It's a part of the Trump administration efforts to bar Harvard from hosting international students. Driving the news: "Visa sponsorship is a privilege, and sponsors whose conduct tarnishes our nation's interests will lose that privilege," Rubio said. Representatives for Harvard did not immediately respond to Axios' Wednesday evening request for comment. Go deeper: Trump administration renews pressure on Harvard over foreign students, accreditation Editor's note: This is a breaking news story. Please check back for updates.