23-07-2025
State Department announces investigation into Harvard's use of international visas
By Matt Lavietes and Abigail Williams
Secretary of State State Marco Rubio announced Wednesday that the State Department is opening an investigation into Harvard University's compliance with the government-run visa program for international students.
Rubio said in a statement that all sponsors of the program "must comply with all regulations, including conducting their programs in a manner that does not undermine the foreign policy objectives or compromise the national security interests of the United States."
"The American people have the right to expect their universities to uphold national security, comply with the law, and provide safe environments for all students," Rubio said. "The investigation will ensure that State Department programs do not run contrary to our nation's interests."
Harvard did not immediately return an NBC News request for comment.
The investigation comes amid wider, months-long legal battle between the nation's oldest university and the Trump administration.
The New York Times first reported the State Department's investigation. This is a developing story. Please check back for updates. Matt Lavietes Abigail Williams
