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Original Date Announced
July 23, 2025The New York Times reports that the Department of State has opened a new investigation into Harvard University’s compliance with the Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP). Secretary of State Marco Rubio informed Harvard of the investigation in a letter. Rubio did not refer to any specific allegation of wrongdoing but claimed that the investigation was necessary “to assist the department in meeting its policy objectives.” Rubio gave Harvard a one-week deadline to produce university records related to the student visa program and stated that the Department of State plans to interview university staff and visa holders.
A State Department press release confirmed initiation of the investigation.
Trump 2.0 [ID #1877]
2025.07.23 DOS - Investigation of Harvard University Participation in the Exchange Visitor Program 2025.07.23 Reported: State Dept. Opens Investigation Into Harvard’s Use of International Visas - NYTEffective Date
July 23, 2025Current Status
NoneOriginal Trump Policy Status
Status: Final/ActualSubject Matter: Non-Immigrant VisasAgencies Affected: DOSAssociated or Derivative Policies
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