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The Trump administration has halted Harvard University's ability to enroll international students - and ordered existing international students to transfer - in an escalating battle with the Ivy League School. The Homeland Security Secretary, Kristi Noem, says the aim is to root out anti-Americanism and anti-semitism on campus. Victoria University of Wellington's Provost, Professor Bryony James spoke with charlotte cook.
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