Trump Pressures Harvard to Hand Over List of Foreign Students, Says They're “Starting to Behave”

U.S. President Donald Trump has once again targeted elite institutions — this time, demanding that Harvard and other universities hand over the list of their international students, especially from countries like China. In a press conference, Trump said the U.S. welcomes foreign students, calling it “an honor,” but insisted they must be properly “checked.” He accused universities like Harvard and Columbia of previously refusing to share this information, saying: “Harvard didn’t want to give us the list. They’re going to be giving us the list now. I think they’re starting to behave.” Trump’s remarks come amid a growing narrative around national security, academic espionage, and elite U.S. campuses. He claims the request is not about banning students — but about transparency and vetting who’s entering sensitive academic environments. Watch this video for a full breakdown of what Trump said, what it means for foreign students in the U.S., and why this issue could explode further in the coming weeks.