Trump ‘reckless’ move to block Harvard’s foreign students sparks outcry over threat to US soft power, global influence

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The Trump administration's attempts to restrict international student enrollment and cut cultural programs are criticized for undermining American soft power. A judge temporarily blocked a ban on international students at Harvard, but the move reflects a broader trend of attacks on diversity and cooperation initiatives. Critics argue Trump's actions, including foreign aid cuts, research program reductions, and attacks on media and cultural institutions, damage US prestige and global influence, contrasting with the concept of soft power – achieving outcomes through attraction rather than coercion.