US President Trump advocated for Harvard University to cap international student enrollment at 15% to enhance opportunities for American students. This proposal follows the Trump administration's actions, including freezing $2.2 billion in federal funding and restricting foreign student enrollment, citing concerns over antisemitism and Harvard's governance.
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