Harvard Wins: Judge Blocks Trump Admin's Attempt to Bar International Students

A federal judge intervened on May 22, 2025, halting the Trump administration's attempt to bar Harvard University from accepting international students. Harvard had swiftly filed a lawsuit after the administration's announcement. MSNBC's Antonia Hylton spoke with students on campus, capturing their anxieties. One graduate student shared, "For my friends from South Korea, China, Germany, and the UK, there's a lot of anxiety surrounding their future." Hylton also noted the pressure students felt, questioning whether they needed to find new schools or return home. The judge's ruling provided immediate relief, ensuring international students could continue their studies at Harvard.