Harvard Wins Extension in Legal Battle Against Trump's Student Ban

A federal judge has granted Harvard University a temporary reprieve in its ongoing legal battle against President Donald Trump's controversial ban on international students. U.S. District Judge Allison Burroughs made the decision on Monday, extending an existing restraining order until June 23. The court order stops the Trump administration from barring foreign nationals from studying at the prestigious institution while the judge contemplates a long-term solution.

This extension comes as Judge Burroughs wraps up a crucial hearing in Boston where Harvard argued against the immigration restrictions. The university contends the ban disrupts academic life and poses significant international challenges. Harvard's legal team is pushing for a permanent injunction, aiming to safeguard their diverse student body from the administration's policies.

Meanwhile, the legal saga reflects broader tensions surrounding immigration policy under the Trump administration. The case is one of many where educational institutions have clashed with federal regulations, highlighting the ongoing debate over immigration and academic freedom in the United States.

(With inputs from agencies.)