Judge Rules Against Trump Administration's Policy Restricting International Students
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Allison Burroughs issued the ruling on Tuesday, just a day before the new policy was set to take effect. The decision comes in response to a lawsuit filed by Harvard and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) against the Trump administration's move to restrict the entry of foreign students whose courses have been moved online due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The judge's order prevents the government from enforcing the policy and allows international students to enter and remain in the U.S. for the upcoming fall semester. The ruling also applies to other universities and colleges in the country. The judge stated that the government's decision was arbitrary and capricious and violated administrative law. The move was seen as a threat to the economic and academic standing of institutions, as international students contribute billions of dollars to the U.S. economy and bring diverse perspectives to the classroom. The policy was also met with widespread criticism and opposition from universities, businesses, and even some members of Trump's own party. The Trump administration has yet to comment on the ruling, but Harvard and MIT have hailed the decision as a victory for their students and higher education as a whole. The ruling provides temporary relief to the uncertainty and anxiety faced by thousands of international students who were left in limbo by the policy. The case is ongoing and a final decision is expected to be made in the coming weeks. In the meantime, international students can continue their studies in the U.S. without fear of being barred from the country."
