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National Post
6 days ago
- Politics
- National Post
U.S. ambassador asked about future of Canadians at Harvard — including PM's daughter
U.S. Ambassador to Canada Pete Hoekstra spoke at an event on Tuesday organized by the Empire Club of Canada. In conversation with Global Investment Banking at CIBC Capital Markets Vice-Chair Lisa Raitt, he discussed Canada-U.S. relations and responded to a question about the future of Canadians trying to go to Harvard — including Prime Minister Mark Carney's daughter Cleo Carney. Article content Article content The event came after the Trump administration revoked Harvard University's ability to enroll international students. 'They have lost their Student and Exchange Visitor Program certification as a result of their failure to adhere to the law,' said Secretary of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security Kristi Noem in a post on X. 'This administration is holding Harvard accountable for fostering violence, antisemitism, and coordinating with the Chinese Communist Party on its campus.' Article content Article content Carney's daughter is expected to return to Harvard as a second-year student in September, where she is earning a bachelor's in economics. This was brought up by Raitt, who asked Hoekstra about it on Tuesday near the end of their conversation. Article content 'Any thoughts or any words for Canadians who may be trying to go to Harvard right now, like maybe the prime minister's daughter?' said Raitt. Article content 'Well, I mean, you know the what the U.S. is doing? OK, we cleaned up the border. We're now tracking down people who are murderers, thieves and rapists, who are in the country illegally, and doing everything to get them out of the country and make America safe,' said Hoekstra. 'When I was on the intel committee, I would get briefed regularly by the FBI about students from China in our universities who are — and our research institutions — who are stealing our technology or our research, sending it back to China. They would patent it before it ever came out of our research institutions.' Article content Article content He said that U.S. President Donald Trump was 'cleaning up that mess.' Article content Article content 'We recognize that American universities, and probably Canadian universities, are phenomenal bastions of knowledge — OK? — that our enemies want to have access to. This is why we have so many foreign students now. They want the knowledge, and in some cases, they want to steal our research,' he said. Article content 'And so the president is saying, 'No, we're going to — we're going to clean this up.' We recognize the value of the commodity that we have, which are research institutions. So we still want people coming in, but we want to manage that process.' Article content 'We're being exploited by those who want to destroy the United States and who want to destroy the prosperity and the security of Canada at the same time. They're not picking and choosing. If they don't like the U.S., I think there's a high probability they don't like you either,' he said.
Time of India
02-06-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Canadian PM Mark Carney's daughter's academic prospects caught in Trump-Harvard standoff
Turns out, even being the Prime Minister of the immediate neighboring country can't spare you from Trump's 'wrath'. Canadian PM Mark Carney is one of those stressed fathers whose daughter's academic aspirations have been put to question – thanks to US President Donald Trump's move to ban international student from Harvard University. What's happening? Cleo Carney, the eldest daughter of Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, is among the nearly 7,000 international students facing uncertainty due to escalating tensions between the Trump administration and Harvard University. Cleo Carney, who grew up in London while her father was Governor of the Bank of England, just finished her freshman year at the embattled Cambridge-based institution. The daughter of the Canadian PM could reportedly be barred from returning to Harvard University in the fall thanks to the ongoing standoff between the Trump administration and the Ivy League school. A first-year economics student at Harvard, Cleo is pursuing a major in social studies with a minor in energy and the environment. She is also actively involved in environmental advocacy, serving on the board of the Bluedot Institute and leading sustainability initiatives on campus. The Trump-Harvard standoff: The conflict began when President Donald Trump's administration accused Harvard of fostering antisemitism, promoting 'woke' ideologies, and favoring minority admissions over white and Asian applicants. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like News For Jack Nicholson, 87, He Has Been Confirmed To Be... Reportingly Undo In retaliation, the administration announced a freeze on nearly $3 billion in federal research grants and threatened to revoke Harvard's eligibility to host international students. These measures have created an atmosphere of uncertainty for thousands of foreign students, including Cleo Carney. In response, Harvard filed a lawsuit against the federal government, arguing that the actions violated academic freedom and due process. A federal judge issued a temporary restraining order blocking the ban on international students, providing a temporary reprieve. However, the legal battle is ongoing, and the outcome remains uncertain. What's ahead for Cleo Carney now? The daughter of PM Carney had set out to follow in her father's footsteps, pursuing a bachelor's in economics at Harvard University. Foreign students like Cleo Carney, who make up more than a quarter of Harvard's student body, could be forced to transfer to other institutions or lose their legal status after the university refused a request to turn over foreign students' records, including any video or audio of their protest activity in the past five years. Though a Massachusetts judge issued a preliminary injunction against the federal government Thursday, the saga is not over. The White House confirmed Carney, along with other international students, would have to let go of the 'Harvard dream' if the administration gets its way. However, there will still be some options left in case Cleo Carney decides on transferring to another institution or pursuing her studies through online platforms. Who is Cleo Carney? Cleo Carney is one of the four children of Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and economist Diana Fox Carney. Born in Canada, Cleo spent part of her early life in London before relocating to Ottawa. She is currently a first-year student at Harvard University, pursuing a degree in economics with a focus on environmental policy. At Harvard, Cleo is actively involved in sustainability initiatives. She serves as a member of the Council for Student Sustainability Leaders and represents the university's Resource Efficiency Program, aiming to reduce waste and energy consumption on campus. Additionally, she is an analyst with the ClearVision Ventures team at Harvard's Venture Capital Group, focusing on investments in sustainable technologies. Apart from her academic commitments, Cleo contributes to Bluedot Living, a climate and sustainability newsletter, where she produces articles, interviews, and recipes promoting sustainable living. She has also hosted a cooking and climate conversation series, featuring discussions on environmental topics. Cleo is passionate about environmental issues and has gained experience working on youth environmental education projects. She has interned at organizations such as TechMet Ltd, a firm focused on sourcing minerals for the electric transition, and Dentons Canada LLP.
Time of India
24-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Canada silent on Trump's Harvard fight as PM Carney's daughter just finished 1st year
Cleo Carney just finished her first year at Harvard. Belgium's future queen Princess Elisabeth is not the only VIP foreign student caught in Donald Trump's legal battle with Harvard. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney's daughter Cleo Carney is a first-year student at Harvard. While speculations are rife about whether these VIP international students will have to take admission elsewhere if the Trump administration wins the legal battle, Canada has another issue to worry about. Canada is one of the highest contributors to Harvard's international students after China. And for undergraduate studies, the highest number of international students comes from Canada. Canada has not issued any statement after the Trump administrated barred the university from enrolling foreign students for non-compliance. The administration sought extensive records on nonimmigrant students involved in any crime, violence or illegal activities in the last five years. Harvard did not comply even after the ultimatum and went to the court to get a temporary stay on the order. If Trump wins the legal battle, the existing students will have to transfer to other universities. China, which sends the highest number of students to Harvard, said the ban will tarnish the US's image. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 2025 Top Trending local enterprise accounting software [Click Here] Esseps Learn More Undo 'China has consistently opposed the politicization of educational collaboration,' a spokesperson for China's Foreign Ministry said Friday, adding that the US move 'will only tarnish its own image and reputation in the world.' Who is Cleo Carney? The eldest daughter of Carney and economist Diana Fox Carnet, Cleao Carney, is studying social studies with a minor in energy and the environment. Cleo gained public attention in March 2025 when she introduced her father at the Liberal Party leadership event in Ottawa, where he was announced as Canada's 24th Prime Minister. Ahead of the election, she advocated for her father as a first-time voter. "My dad may not be the loudest candidate, but he will always be a principled one. He listens when he could perform. He believes in honesty, not spectacle. That's what quiet leadership is: work without the ego. And that's what my dad brings to the table. He's not running for the spotlight. He's running so this country can work for all of us," she wrote. What Belgian royal family say about Harvard row 23-year-old Princess Elisabeth has just finished her first year at Harvard, where she is doing a two-year master's degree in public policy. 'The impact of [the Trump administration's] decision will only become clearer in the coming days/weeks,' Belgian royal palace spokesperson Lore Vandoorne told Reuters. 'We are currently investigating the situation.' The palace's communications director, Xavier Baert, added, 'We are analyzing this at the moment and will let things settle. A lot can still happen in the coming days and weeks.'
Time of India
24-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Canada PM Carney's daughter caught in Trump's Harvard crossfire
Thousands of foreign students at Harvard University are in the crossfire of an administrative limbo and looking for alternatives after U.S. President Donald Trump's administration revoked Harvard's ability to enrol students from abroad. Among these are Cleo Carney, daughter of newly elected Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney. Princess Elisabeth, first in line to the Belgian throne, was another Harvard student facing expulsion. She has completed her first year, Belgian Palace spokesperson Lore Vandoorne said. Show more Show less
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24-05-2025
- Politics
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How Canada PM's daughter & the Belgian princess caught up in the Trump-Harvard fight
Following the Trump administration's decision to ban enrollment of foreign students in the prestigious Harvard University, several students have found themselves in academic limbo. Among those are two prominent names: Cleo Carney, daughter of Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, and Crown Princess Elisabeth of Belgium. Here's how their future at the Ivy institution hangs in the balance read more Cleo Carney, daughter of Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, and Princess Elisabeth of Belgium. Both are currently enrolled at Harvard and potentially face academic disruption following Trump's order. Image courtesy: Harvard Office for Sustainability, AP Amid a fierce and escalating dispute between Donald Trump and the prestigious Harvard University, several international students have found themselves unexpectedly caught in the crossfire. On Friday, Harvard filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration over its decision to strip the elite university of its eligibility to enrol international students. While a US court has since issued a temporary restraining order , the stakes remain high. If the administration's order is ultimately upheld, Harvard warns it will have an 'immediate and devastating effect' on its 7,000 international visa holders. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Among those now in an uncertain position are two prominent names: Cleo Carney, daughter of Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, and Princess Elisabeth of Belgium. Both are currently enrolled at Harvard and now find their academic prospects at the university potentially disrupted. So, how did this political showdown come to this point? And what does it mean for these high-profile students and others like them? Here's a closer look. Harvard's global elite in limbo Harvard has long been a magnet for the global elite, from royals to world leaders' children, and this year is no exception. Princess Elisabeth of Belgium, heir to the Belgian throne, recently completed her first year of a Master's in Public Policy at the Harvard Kennedy School. But her future at the Ivy League institution now hangs in the balance due to the new US policy. Belgium's Royal Palace confirmed on Friday that it is closely watching the situation, waiting to see whether the princess will be able to return for her second year. 'We are looking into the situation, to see what kind of impact this decision might have on the princess, or not. It's too early to say right now,' said Xavier Baert, the palace's communications chief, speaking to the AP. People walk between buildings on the campus of Harvard University in Cambridge. File image/AP The 23-year-old princess is expected to spend her summer break in Belgium. But with her return uncertain, Baert added, 'And we'll have to see what happens next year.' STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Another familiar name facing the same dilemma is Cleo Carney, daughter of Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney . Cleo has just wrapped up her first year as an undergraduate at Harvard, where she's studying in the resource efficiency programme with a strong focus on sustainability. She's one of hundreds of Canadians who could be affected by the policy shift. According to 2022 data from the Canadian Press, roughly 686 Canadian students were enrolled at Harvard. As one of the world's most prestigious academic institutions, Harvard has long been a hub for the children of the global elite. A 2023 study found that at Ivy League universities, about one in six students come from families in the top 1 per cent income bracket. But with Trump's proposed restrictions looming, it could signal the end of the road for many international aspirants eyeing a spot at Harvard. Inside the Trump-Harvard clash The tension between Donald Trump's administration and Harvard has been building for weeks. The latest flashpoint began on April 16, when Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem demanded that Harvard disclose detailed information about its foreign student body. The request raised alarm bells, with concerns that the data could be used to link students to campus protests and even lead to deportations. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Harvard refused to comply. In response, the Trump administration moved to revoke the university's ability to enrol new international students, according to the Department of Homeland Security. Harvard fired back, filing a lawsuit and calling the move 'unlawful.' In court documents, the university argued that the government's action violates the First Amendment and could harm thousands of international visa holders as per AP. Harvard sues Trump administration for blocking enrollment of foreign students. A US judge has since issued a temporary restraining order to halt the policy, but tf the administration's decision is upheld, Harvard would be barred from accepting new foreign students for two academic years. Even current international students may be forced to transfer to other US institutions just to maintain their student visa status. In a statement, Harvard said it is 'working swiftly to provide guidance and support to our community members.' 'We're fighting this not just for Harvard, but for the independence of all private universities,' the university added. This isn't the first clash between the Trump administration and the Ivy League giant. Harvard has already been blocked from receiving new federal research grants until it meets a set of government-imposed conditions. That follows an earlier freeze on $2.2 billion in funding and a push by Trump to strip the school of its tax-exempt status. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD He has repeatedly accused Harvard and other top universities of pushing a progressive agenda and fostering what he calls a 'woke' culture on campus. Now, as legal proceedings unfold, the outcome of this battle could possibly redefine not just the future of Harvard but also of the other elite institutions. With input from agencies
