Will Trump deport Belgium's future queen? She's caught up in Harvard foreign student ban and situation is uncertain

Belgium's future queen may be caught in the crossfire of the U.S. immigration policy. Princess Elisabeth, who is currently studying at Harvard, now faces an uncertain academic future as a result of the Donald Trump administration's controversial decision.

The ban on foreign students has sparked international concern, and even royal members are feeling the heat.

Why is Harvard suddenly under fire over foreign students?

Princess Elisabeth of Belgium, the heir to the throne, may be forced to leave Harvard due to a Trump administration decision prohibiting foreign students from attending the university.

Her status remains unclear as the palace awaits further clarification after completing her first year of a public policy master's program.

Elisabeth is studying public policy at Harvard, a two-year master’s programme that, according to the university’s website, broadens students’ perspectives and sharpens their skills for a “successful career in public service”.

The princess is heir to the Belgian throne, as the eldest of four children born to King Philippe and Queen Mathilde. Before attending Harvard, she earned a degree in history and politics from the University of Oxford.

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The 23-year-old future queen of Belgium, Princess Elisabeth, has recently finished her first year at Harvard University. Still, her ongoing attendance may be in jeopardy due to the administration's restriction on international students studying there, as per a report by The Guardian.

Besides compelling current international students to move to other institutions or risk losing their legal status in the US, the US president's administration on Thursday banned Harvard from accepting international students and threatened to extend the crackdown to other universities.

Could this really force Princess Elisabeth to leave the U.S.?

In the days and weeks ahead, the full consequences of the Trump administration's decision will only become apparent.

They are looking into the matter right now, said Lore Vandoorne, a spokesman for the royal palace in Belgium. They are analysing this at the moment and will let things settle, as per a report by The Guardian.

“A lot can still happen in the coming days and weeks,” the palace’s communication director, Xavier Baert, added.

Harvard said on Thursday that the move by the Trump administration, which affects thousands of students, was illegal and amounted to retaliation.

FAQs

Why is Princess Elisabeth at risk of deportation?
Her legal status in the United States may be jeopardized as a result of Harvard's ban on international students.

Has the Royal Palace responded?
Yes, Belgian officials say they are monitoring the situation and waiting for further developments.