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July 17, 2025
Christopher Tomlinson
News
Religion

Jews Fleeing ‘Tolerant’ Canada for Trump’s America.

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: Jews are fleeing Canada for the United States and Israel after a surge in anti-Semitic incidents.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: Jews in Canada, pro-Palestinian and pro-Hamas agitators.

📍WHEN & WHERE: Canada, over recent months.

💬KEY QUOTE: “Toronto and Montreal seem to have become the standouts in the Western world. The velocity, ferociousness, intensity of the way in which anti-Semitism has sparked and spread in Toronto and Montreal, to this day, it shocks me.” – former Canadian ambassador to Israel Vivian Bercovici.

🎯IMPACT: Growing danger for Jews could lead more to flee Canada as pro-Palestinian agitators continue to march and target Jewish businesses and religious sites.

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After a surge of anti-Semitic incidents in Canada, some Jews claim they are relocating to the United States, while others are looking to move to Israel. From 2022 to 2024, Canada saw a 124.6 percent increase in hate incidents directed at Jews, who account for around 70 percent of the victims of religiously motivated hate crimes despite being just 0.9 percent of the Canadian population.

Political strategist Georganne Burke, a resident of Canada’s capital, Ottawa, said she is planning on moving to Florida due to the rise in anti-Semitism after living in Canada for 40 years. “People know who I am, I’m on television, I’m on radio, I’m on social media, I don’t hide. But if that’s going to mean that people are gonna feel free to threaten my life. I don’t have to live here,” she explained, also noting the rise of anti-American attitudes following President Donald J. Trump‘s reelection.

Alongside a rise in anti-Semitic incidents, Canada has seen anti-Israel, and often pro-Hamas, demonstrations take place regularly in major cities like Toronto and Montreal since the October 7 massacres of Israelis by Hamas terrorists. Protestors have sometimes targeted Jewish neighbourhoods, community centers, and synagogues.

“Toronto and Montreal seem to have become the standouts in the Western world. The velocity, ferociousness, intensity of the way in which anti-Semitism has sparked and spread in Toronto and Montreal, to this day, it shocks me,” former Canadian ambassador to Israel Vivian Bercovici said.

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July 11, 2025
Education
Politics

Columbia Strikes Deal with Trump Admin on Anti-Semitism, Racial Discrimination Allegations.

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: Columbia University is nearing a deal with the Trump administration to compensate victims of unlawful discrimination and increase transparency in hiring and admissions.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: Columbia University and the Trump administration.

📍WHEN & WHERE: The draft agreement was first reported on Friday, July 11, 2025; Columbia University and the White House.

💬KEY QUOTE: A senior White House official told the media that the deal would “solidify reporting obligations related to foreign gifts” and ensure compensation for “victims of civil rights abuses.”

🎯IMPACT: The deal could set a precedent for other universities and increase accountability on anti-Semitism and racial discrimination issues.

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Columbia University is in the final stages of negotiations with the Trump administration on a deal addressing unlawful discrimination and anti-Semitism. The agreement would require Columbia to compensate victims and adopt measures to increase transparency in hiring and admissions processes.

Notably, The National Pulse reported on Thursday that attorney Jay Lefkowitz, known for once securing a lenient deal for sex trafficker Jeffrey Epstein, was hired to act as a negotiator for Columbia in its discussions with the Trump administration. Sources told The National Pulse that Lefkowitz has outplayed federal negotiators in the Trump administration and was on the verge of finalizing an agreement with the U.S. government to rescue the far-left college from financial disaster.

The university’s board of trustees convened on Sunday to discuss the draft agreement, which would also restore access to $400 million in federal grants and contracts previously frozen by the White House’s anti-Semitism task force. A senior White House official told the media that the deal would “solidify reporting obligations related to foreign gifts” and ensure compensation for “victims of civil rights abuses.”

Notably, the agreement includes provisions for public disclosure of hiring and admissions data to ensure compliance with the Supreme Court’s ban on affirmative action. Harmeet Dhillon, the Assistant Attorney General for Civil Rights, is expected to supervise compliance. The agreement also includes measures that Columbia University agreed to earlier this year, such as tightening protest rules and placing its Middle Eastern Studies department under receivership. However, it is believed that in its current form, the deal lacks systemic reforms like the consent decree pushed by the Trump White House earlier this year and a politically diverse presidential search committee tasked with replacing the school’s interim president, Claire Shipman.

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July 9, 2025
Education

Trump Admin to Subpoena Harvard for Data on Foreign Agitators.

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: The Trump administration announced plans to issue subpoenas to Harvard University for information about alleged misconduct involving foreign students.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: The Department of Homeland Security (DHS), the Department of Education, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), and Harvard University.

📍WHEN & WHERE: The announcement was made on Wednesday, July 9, with actions targeting Harvard University.

💬KEY QUOTE: “We tried to do things the easy way with Harvard. Now, through their refusal to cooperate, we have to do things the hard way,” said DHS Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin.

🎯IMPACT: The move could lead to Harvard losing its accreditation, affecting student eligibility for federal financial aid.

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President Donald J. Trump’s Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced on Wednesday that it intends to issue subpoenas for information Harvard University may have on any misconduct, anti-Semitism, or illegal activities connected to foreign students. The move marks the latest escalation in an ongoing dispute between the Trump White House and Harvard that has already seen the Ivy League institution potentially lose billions in federal funding.

In addition to the subpoenas announced by DHS, the Departments of Education and Health and Human Services (HHS) revealed they have notified Harvard’s accreditor that the university violated federal law by failing to address reported harassment of Jewish students. Consequently, Harvard could lose its accreditation, potentially making its students ineligible for federal financial assistance.

Notably, the administrative subpoenas from DHS are in response to Harvard refusing to provide requested information regarding its Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) certification. “We tried to do things the easy way with Harvard. Now, through their refusal to cooperate, we have to do things the hard way,” said DHS Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin in a statement.

The National Pulse reported in late May that President Trump had drawn a firm line on Harvard’s refusal to hand over the names of its foreign students to his administration. “Harvard wants to fight. They want to show how smart they are, and they’re getting their ass kicked,” Trump said at the time.

Already, the Trump administration has frozen $3 billion in federal funding, moved to strip Harvard of its SEVP certification, and blocked new foreign visa appointments.

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June 30, 2025
Culture
News

‘Death to the IDF’ Glastonbury Duo Dropped by Their Own Agents.

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❓WHAT HAPPENED:  Talent agency UTA dropped punk duo Bob Vylan following for leading chants of “death, death to the IDF” at England’s Glastonbury Festival.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: Bob Vylan, UTA executives, Glastonbury organizers, and the BBC.

📍WHEN & WHERE: The performance took place on June 28 at Glastonbury’s West Holts stage, and the fallout occurred in the days following.

💬KEY QUOTE: “We are appalled by the statements made from the West Holts stage by Bob Vylan yesterday. Their chants very much crossed a line.” – Emily Eavis, chief festival organizer.

🎯IMPACT: The BBC faced backlash for streaming the performance, and UTA removed Bob Vylan from its client roster.

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UTA, a leading talent agency, has dropped punk duo Bob Vylan for leading crowds in chants of “death to IDF” at the Glastonbury Festival in England. During their June 28 set, Bobby Vylan complained about working for a “f***ing Zionist.” The performance also included the slogan “from the river to the sea, Palestine must be, will be, inshallah, it will be free,” streamed live on the BBC, which is widely understood as a call for the destruction of the State of Israel, which extends from the River Jordan to the Mediterranean Sea.

Glastonbury Festival organizers, including chief Emily Eavis, condemned the statements, calling them anti-Semitic and unacceptable. “There is no place at Glastonbury for antisemitism, hate speech or incitement to violence,” Eavis said in a statement. UTA has since removed Bob Vylan from its website, declining to comment further.

Bob Vylan have also had their U.S. visas revoked by the U.S. State Department, with Deputy Secretary Christopher Landau warning that “foreigners who glorify violence and hatred” are not welcome in America.

The BBC also faced criticism for broadcasting the performance. The network issued a statement expressing regret, saying, “The antisemitic sentiments expressed by Bob Vylan were utterly unacceptable and have no place on our airwaves.” The broadcaster admitted it should have cut the stream during the performance.

Bob Vylan also performed a song addressing native Britons with the lyrics “I heard you want your country back? Shut the f**k up… you can’t have that” during the performance.

Reform Party leader Nigel Farage reacted to the performance by saying, “If you vote Reform you can have your country back from these lunatics.”

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June 6, 2025
Crime
News

Murder Charges Filed in Shooting of Israeli Embassy Staff at D.C. Jewish Museum.

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❓What Happened: A man opened fire outside the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington, D.C., killing two Israeli Embassy staff members. The suspect has now been charged with murder.

👥 Who’s Involved: The suspect, Elias Rodriguez, 30, from Chicago, and the victims, Yaron Lischinsky and Sarah Lynn Milgrim, both Israeli Embassy employees.

📍 Where & When: The shooting occurred near the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington, D.C., on Wednesday night.

💬 Key Quote: “This is a horrific crime, and these crimes are not going to be tolerated by me and my office.” — U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro.

⚠️ Impact: The attack is being investigated as a hate crime and an act of terrorism, with heightened security measures now in place around the area.

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A Chicago man has been charged with two counts of first-degree murder and other crimes following the fatal shooting of two Israeli Embassy staff members outside the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington, D.C. Elias Rodriguez, 30, is accused of targeting Yaron Lischinsky and Sarah Lynn Milgrim, a young couple employed by the Israeli Embassy, as they left an event.

Authorities say Rodriguez approached a group of four people outside the museum before opening fire with a 9mm handgun, striking Lischinsky and Milgrim multiple times. According to charging documents, Rodriguez allegedly fired additional rounds at Milgrim after she attempted to sit up. Lischinsky was pronounced dead at the scene, while Milgrim succumbed to her injuries shortly after being transported by emergency services.

The shooting is being investigated as a hate crime and an act of terrorism. U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia Jeanine Pirro stated during a press briefing, “This is a horrific crime, and these crimes are not going to be tolerated by me and my office.”

Rodriguez, who allegedly declared his actions were “for Palestine” and “for Gaza,” was apprehended at the scene after surrendering to law enforcement. He reportedly purchased a ticket to the museum event hours before the attack and had flown to Washington, D.C., from Chicago on May 20 with the firearm in checked luggage.

Court documents indicate Rodriguez legally purchased the handgun in Illinois in March 2020. Investigators recovered 21 spent shell casings, a firearm magazine, and the gun used in the attack.

Rodriguez appeared in court on Thursday, where he was informed of the potential penalties if convicted, including life imprisonment or the death penalty. A preliminary hearing is scheduled for June 18, and Rodriguez remains in custody.

Last month, it was revealed that Rodriquez’s father was invited by Congressman Jesús ‘Chuy’ García (D-IL) to attend President Donald J. Trump‘s Congressional address on March 4. Eric Rodriguez was hailed as an “outspoken advocate against attacks on veterans’ services and the rights of unionized federal employees.”

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June 5, 2025
Immigration
News

Judges Stop Trump From Deporting Accused Anti-Semites, Hamas Supporters.

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❓What Happened: Federal judges have blocked the Trump administration’s efforts to deport foreign students accused of supporting Hamas.

👥 Who’s Involved: Four foreign students, including Mahmoud Khalil, Rümeysa Öztürk, Badar Khan Suri, and Mohsen Mahdawi; Trump administration officials; federal judges; ACLU representatives.

📍 Where & When: Detentions occurred across the U.S. in 2023; recent court rulings have halted deportations and detentions.

💬 Key Quote: “These rulings delay justice and seek to kneecap the President’s constitutionally vested powers,” said Assistant Homeland Security Secretary Tricia McLaughlin.

⚠️ Impact: Courts have ruled against the administration’s use of a 1952 law to justify deportations, citing constitutional concerns and an alleged lack of evidence.

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Efforts by the Trump administration to deport foreign students accused of supporting Hamas or engaging in anti-Semitic behavior have been halted by federal judges, citing constitutional issues and supposedly insufficient evidence. Four students—Mahmoud Khalil, Rümeysa Öztürk, Badar Khan Suri, and Mohsen Mahdawi—were arrested by federal agents under claims that their actions posed foreign policy risks.

The students, who deny any links to Hamas or anti-Semitism despite taking part in anti-Semitic protests, were detained under a provision of the Immigration and Nationality Act of 1952. This law allows deportation of noncitizens whose presence could adversely affect U.S. foreign policy. However, federal judges have rejected the administration’s arguments, freeing Öztürk, Mahdawi, and Suri, while Khalil’s case remains pending.

In one notable ruling, Judge Michael Farbiarz stated that deporting Khalil based on his beliefs and speech would be “unprecedented” and unconstitutional.

Assistant Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Tricia McLaughlin defended the administration’s actions, claiming the rulings “delay justice” and undermine presidential authority. Meanwhile, Esha Bhandari of the ACLU described the courts’ decisions as a necessary check on executive overreach.

The legal battles have highlighted tensions between executive power, immigration law, and free speech. Judges like federal Judge Fernando Rodriguez have previously rejected the Trump administration’s use of the Alien Enemies Act to deport illegal immigrant gang members. This comes despite gangs like Venezuela’s Tren de Aragua being designated a foreign terrorist organization by the administration.

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June 4, 2025
Education
News
War

Trump Admin Threatens Columbia University’s Accreditation Over Civil Rights Violations.

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❓What Happened: The Trump administration has notified Columbia University’s accreditor of violations of Title IV, threatening its accreditation status.

👥 Who’s Involved: The U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights (OCR), the Department of Health and Human Services’ Office for Civil Rights (HHS OCR), and Columbia University.

📍 Where & When: Columbia University, violations cited since October 7, 2023; announcement made June 4, 2025.

💬 Key Quote: “Columbia University acted with deliberate indifference towards the harassment of Jewish students, thereby violating Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964,” according to the Education Department.

⚠️ Impact: Columbia University’s accreditation is under threat, and the school faces scrutiny for its handling of alleged anti-Semitic harassment.

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The Trump administration announced on June 4 that Columbia University’s accreditation status is under review following alleged violations of federal civil rights laws. According to the U.S. Department of Education, the university may no longer meet standards set by its accrediting body due to its handling of harassment claims.

In a press release, the Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights (OCR) and the Department of Health and Human Services’ Office for Civil Rights (HHS OCR) stated that Columbia University “acted with deliberate indifference towards the harassment of Jewish students, thereby violating Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.”

The agencies determined these actions violated Title VI, which prohibits discrimination based on race, color, or national origin in programs receiving federal funding.

The violations reportedly date back to October 7, 2023, when Hamas launched a terrorist attack on Israel, killing over a thousand and escalating tensions in the Middle East. The Education Department claims that since then, Columbia University has failed to address incidents of anti-Semitic harassment on its campus adequately.

The department further informed the university’s accreditor that Columbia “no longer appears to meet the Commission’s accreditation standards,” raising concerns about the institution’s compliance with Title IV, which governs federal student aid programs.

This development could have serious implications for Columbia University, including its ability to maintain accreditation and access federal funding. The case highlights growing attention on how universities handle issues of discrimination and harassment, particularly in the context of rising anti-Semitism.

Columbia has become infamous for allowing anti-Semitic protests on campus in the wake of Hamas’s terror attack on October 7 and the subsequent Israeli siege of Gaza that followed. In April of last year, an anti-Israel mob barricaded the university’s Dean’s office in support of the Palestinians. In March of the year, the administration of President Donald J. Trump moved to revoke the visas of two Columbia University attending Hamas supporters, including one found advocating for violence and terrorism.

The new move against Columbia mirrors similar actions the Trump White House has taken against Harvard University, which are now being litigated in federal court.

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May 28, 2025
William Upton
Education
Politics

Trump: ‘Harvard… They’re Getting Their Ass Kicked.’

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❓What Happened: President Donald J. Trump says “Harvard wants to fight” his administration, but is losing badly, and must hand over the names of its foreign students if it wants to deescalate tensions with the White House.

👤Who’s Involved: President Trump, Harvard University, the Department of Homeland Security, and foreign students enrolled under the Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP).

🧾Key Quote: “Harvard wants to fight. They want to show how smart they are, and they’re getting their ass kicked,” Trump said.

⚠️Fallout: The administration has frozen $3 billion in federal funding, moved to strip Harvard of its SEVP certification, and blocked new foreign visa appointments—threatening to cost the university hundreds of millions in tuition revenue.

📌Significance: Trump’s hard line against Harvard signals a broader crackdown on elite institutions accused of harboring antisemitism and evading federal oversight, while putting foreign student programs under unprecedented scrutiny.

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President Donald J. Trump is stipulating that Harvard University must hand over the names of its foreign students if it wants to rachet down its conflict with the White House. Speaking in the Oval Office on Wednesday, the America First leader emphasized that “Harvard wants to fight” and that his administration is ready to continue increasing pressure on the university to comply with federal directives on antisemitism and foreign student visa vetting.

“So, we have to look at the list, and Harvard has to understand, the last thing I want to do is hurt them. They’re hurting themselves,” President Trump said, referring to his administration’s requests for the university to enact reforms and crack down on anti-Semitic activists and demonstrations on campus. “Harvard wants to fight. They want to show how smart they are, and they’re getting their ass kicked.”

In recent weeks, the Trump administration has suspended an estimated $3 billion in federal funding for Harvard, tied to concerns it is failing to tackle anti-Semitism and discriminating against white and Asian applicants in favour of less qualified applicants from other groups.

Additionally, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has moved to revoke the university’s Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) certification. Around 27 percent of Harvard’s total enrolled student population is foreign, at just under 7,000. With the total cost for a foreign student to attend the Ivy League university estimated to be over $100,000 per year, the loss of those students could be a crippling financial blow to Harvard, in the hundreds of millions of dollars each year.

An Obama-appointed judge blocked this specific move, but the administration subsequently suspended the importation of foreign students generally, until new social media vetting processes are established.

While Harvard has tried to appear defiant to Trump’s White House directives in public, it is widely reported that the university’s administration is privately panicking over the reputational damage and financial burden the school is facing. Harvard is currently engaged in several ongoing lawsuits against the Trump administration.

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May 23, 2025
News

Jewish Museum Shooting Suspect’s Father Was Democrat Guest at Trump’s Congressional Address.

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❓What Happened: Two Israeli embassy staffers were fatally shot outside the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington, D.C., by a gunman reportedly shouting “free Palestine.” The shooter’s father was a guest of Rep. Jesús ‘Chuy’ García (D-IL), attending President Donald J. Trump’s address to Congress this past March.

👥 Who’s Involved: The alleged shooter, Elias Rodriguez, 31, is the son of Eric Rodriguez, a guest of Representative Jesús ‘Chuy’ García (D-IL) for President Trump’s congressional address on March 4, 2025.

📍 Where & When: Elias Rodriquez shot and killed Yaron Lischinsky, 28, and Sarah Milgrim, 26—both employed by the Israeli Embassy—on Wednesday, May 21, 2025. Eric Rodriguez attended Trump’s congressional address on March 4, 2025.

💬 Key Quote: “I did it for Palestine, I did it for Gaza,” Elias Rodriguez allegedly stated during his arrest.

⚠️ Impact: The attack has been labeled a “horrible senseless act of antisemitism” by Rep. García. The Illinois Democrat’s office states: “Eric Rodriguez was our guest during the President’s Joint Speech to Congress, but we don’t know his family.”

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The father of Elias Rodrigeuz, accused of murdering two staff members from the Israeli Embassy outside the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington, D.C., was a guest of Congressman Jesús ‘Chuy’ García (D-IL) for President Donald J. Trump’s congressional address on March 4, 2025. Eric Rodriguez, a disabled Iraq War veteran, was celebrated by Rep. García at the time as an “outspoken advocate against attacks on veterans’ services and the rights of unionized federal employees.”

Following Elias Rodrigeuz’s deadly attack on the Capital Jewish Museum, resulting in the execution-style deaths of Yaron Lischinsky, 28, and Sarah Milgrim, 26, the Illinois Democrat’s congressional office is scrambling to put distance between itself and the shooter’s father. “Eric Rodriguez was our guest during the President’s Joint Speech to Congress, but we don’t know his family,” Rep. García’s office now says. In the immediate aftermath of the shooting, García condemned the murders as a ” horrible, senseless act of antisemitism.”

In March, Eric Rodriguez addressed a VoteVets event for Congressional Democrats, stating, “Veterans, we’re under attack. They’re slashing staff, crushing unions, and selling out the VA—for what? So billionaires can make more money while Veterans sit on a waitlist. Or worse, get no treatment.” He continued: “We served this country. We know how to take the fight to them. And we know how to win.”

Rep. García praised the elder Rodriguez, stating, “Eric represents the very best of our community—someone who has served his country, continues to serve his fellow veterans and fights every day to protect the dignity of working people.” The Chicago Democrat also posted Rodriguez’s speech to Instagram.

Following the deadly Wednesday night attack, Eric Rodriguez’s son, Elias, can be heard and seen shouting “free Palestine” while being arrested by D.C. police. Currently, Eric Rodriguez faces numerous local and federal charges, including two counts of first-degree murder. According to court filings, Rodriguez admitted his motive, allegedly telling officers, “I did it for Palestine, I did it for Gaza.”

Elias Rodriguez, a graduate of the University of Illinois Chicago, had been active in leftist circles, participating in anti-capitalist demonstrations and working for a non-profit focused on African American oral histories. He also donated $500 to Joe Biden’s 2020 presidential campaign.

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May 22, 2025
Education
Immigration

Trump Goes Even Further in Foreign Student Crackdown.

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❓What Happened: The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) revoked Harvard University’s student visa program over allegations of non-compliance with federal requests for records and “fostering violence, antisemitism, and coordinating with the Chinese Communist Party on its campus.”

👥 Who’s Involved: DHS, Harvard University, DHS Secretary Kristi Noem, and Secretary of State Marco Rubio.

📍 Where & When: Harvard University, effective for the 2025-2026 academic year.

💬 Key Quote: “As a result of your brazen refusal to comply with multiple requests to provide the Department of Homeland Security pertinent information… you have lost this privilege,” DHS Secretary Kristi Noem wrote.

⚠️ Impact: Harvard cannot enroll foreign students starting in the 2025-2026 school year, and current foreign students must transfer or leave the U.S. before the next academic year.

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The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has revoked Harvard University‘s ability to host international students under the student visa program. The decision cites “pro-terrorist conduct” at campus protests and the university’s failure to comply with federal reporting requirements. The decision prohibits Harvard from enrolling foreign students for the 2025-2026 academic year, and current foreign students must transfer or leave the U.S. before the upcoming school year begins.

“This administration is holding Harvard accountable for fostering violence, antisemitism, and coordinating with the Chinese Communist Party on its campus,” DHS Secretary Kristi Noem wrote in a post on X (formerly Twitter), adding: “It is a privilege, not a right, for universities to enroll foreign students and benefit from their higher tuition payments to help pad their multibillion-dollar endowments. Harvard had plenty of opportunity to do the right thing. It refused.”

Meanwhile, in a letter to Maureen Martin, Harvard’s director of immigration services, Noem stated that the university’s “brazen refusal” to provide requested records and its perpetuation of an “unsafe campus environment” led to the decision. Noem accused the university of fostering a hostile atmosphere for Jewish students, promoting pro-Hamas rhetoric, and implementing discriminatory Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) policies.

DHS had previously requested footage of protest activity involving visa-holding students, along with disciplinary records for the past five years. According to Noem, Harvard provided responses deemed “insufficient, incomplete, and unacceptable,” despite multiple follow-up requests. The university has been given 72 hours to comply fully with DHS demands to potentially regain its visa program for the next academic year.

The crackdown follows a series of pro-Hamas protests on U.S. campuses after the October 7 Hamas attacks against Israel. At least a dozen Harvard students have already had their visas revoked over protest-related activity. Secretary of State Marco Rubio told Congress this week that “thousands” of student visas have likely been revoked nationwide, emphasizing that a visa is “a privilege, not a right.”

The Trump administration has also frozen nearly $3 billion in federal funding to Harvard, citing failures to address antisemitism and concerns over DEI policies. Investigations into the university are ongoing across multiple federal departments.

Currently, it is estimated that 27 percent of Harvard’s total enrolled student population is foreign, at just under 7,000. With the total cost for a foreign student to attend the Ivy League university estimated to be over $100,000 per year, the loss of those students could be a crippling financial blow to Harvard, in the hundreds of millions of dollars each year.

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