Rubio announces investigation into Harvard’s exchange student program eligibility

Published July 23, 2025 12:40pm ET



Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced on Wednesday that the United States is investigating Harvard University‘s continued eligibility as a sponsor of the Exchange Visitor Program.

In a statement, Rubio questioned whether Harvard was complying with the requirements for continued participation in the program, including transparency in reporting and a “demonstrated commitment to fostering the principles of cultural exchange and mutual understanding upon which the program was founded.”

Already a print subscriber? Click here to login/register your account

Trusted reporting.Unlimited access.

Subscribe for full access to Washington Examiner coverage, expert political analysis, and subscriber-only journalism.

Get Unlimited Access

Already a member? Log in

Cancel anytime.