Breaking news: Judge blocks Trump from barring international students at Harvard

Harvard had sued and asked for a restraining order.

View in browser May 23, 2025, 12:22 p.m. ET BREAKING NEWS Sophie Park for The New York Times Judge Blocks Trump Effort to Bar International Students at Harvard The decision came less than 24 hours after the Trump administration had said it would block current and future international students from attending the university. Read more More Top Stories Two Israeli Embassy workers fatally shot in Washington, D.C., were days away from getting engaged. → President Trump threatened 25 percent tariffs on iPhones, and escalated threats against the E.U. → Investors joined President Trump at an "exclusive" dinner, with crypto dreams in mind. → If you received this newsletter from someone else, subscribe here. Need help? Review our newsletter help page or contact us for assistance. You received this email because you signed up for Breaking News from The New York Times. To stop receiving Breaking News, unsubscribe. To opt out of other promotional emails from The Times, including those regarding The Athletic, manage your email settings. Subscribe to The TimesGet The New York Times app Connect with us on: Change Your EmailPrivacy PolicyContact UsCalifornia Notices The New York Times Company. 620 Eighth Avenue New York, NY 10018