A federal judge in California has delivered a lifeline to international students, blocking the Trump administration’s controversial policy that threatened deportation for thousands. The ruling called the move "arbitrarily and capriciously" targeting students linked to campus activism, including pro-Palestinian protests. 🎓⚖️
Harvard in the Crosshairs
The decision follows a broader crackdown on elite universities accused of fostering dissent. Homeland Security revoked Harvard’s certification to host international students starting 2025-2026, forcing current enrollees to transfer by December or lose legal status. Critics call it retaliation after Harvard refused surveillance records of student protests. 💥📚
Hong Kong Universities Offer Safe Harbor
Amid the chaos, universities in China’s Hong Kong Special Administrative Region—like HKUST and HKU—are rolling out programs to welcome displaced students. 🌏✈️ "Education shouldn’t be a political battleground," said one HKU spokesperson, as global scholars seek stability.
With $3 billion in federal grants frozen for Harvard and threats to Columbia University, the battle over academic freedom and immigration continues. Stay tuned for updates! 🔔
