As the standoff between the university and the Trump administration escalates, the appeal of Harvard, and its standing on the global stage, seemingly hangs in the balance.

U.S. District Judge Allison Burroughs agreed to grant Harvard's request for immediate relief and set a hearing for May 29, during which she will consider whether to issue a preliminary injunction in the case. Her order blocks the Trump administration from revoking Harvard's certification in the Student and Exchange Visitor Program.