This isn't just about Harvard—it's part of a larger fight over how the U.S. handles international students. Trump's administration had been chipping away at visa programs, arguing they hurt American workers, but critics say those moves damaged universities and the economy. The judge's decision signals that courts aren't rubber-stamping these policies, which could slow similar efforts in the future. For now, schools (and students) can breathe a little easier.

A federal judge in Boston halted Donald Trump's attempt to take away Harvard's ability to admit international students.

A federal judge in Boston just shut down former President Trump's effort to strip Harvard of its power to admit international students. The ruling is a clear win for the university—and a setback for Trump's broader push to restrict foreign student access.

Judge Goes Against Trump in Harvard Battle

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