Thu May 22 17:50:00 UTC 2025: ## Harvard’s Ability to Enroll International Students Reportedly Blocked by Trump Administration
**Washington D.C. -** The Trump administration has reportedly revoked Harvard University’s certification to enroll international students, escalating a contentious battle between the Ivy League institution and the White House, according to a report by The New York Times.
Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem informed Harvard in a letter, reportedly obtained by The Times, that the university’s Student and Exchange Visitor Program certification is “revoked, effective immediately.” CNBC has reached out to Harvard for comment on the report.
The move follows months of escalating tension. Secretary Noem had previously threatened to revoke Harvard’s ability to enroll international students in April, warning that its certification was contingent upon compliance with federal immigration laws.
The Trump administration previously froze $2.2 billion in federal grants to Harvard in April, shortly after the university rejected demands to eliminate its diversity, equity, and inclusion programs, and assess international students based on ideological concerns.
The administration’s actions come amid ongoing concerns about antisemitism on college campuses. This is a developing story and will be updated as more information becomes available.
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