In a recent development, US President Donald Trump has signed an order focusing on college accreditation, escalating tensions with prestigious universities such as Harvard. The order is designed to address perceived ideological biases within higher education institutions and encourage a more diverse range of perspectives. One of the key aspects of the order is to facilitate the process of changing accreditors, providing universities with more flexibility in choosing oversight bodies. Additionally, the Education Secretary will now have increased authority to ensure that accreditors are meeting their responsibilities effectively. The order also includes provisions for promoting artificial intelligence (AI) training and initiatives for Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). Meanwhile, Harvard University is under scrutiny for its handling of international student records, adding to the ongoing challenges faced by the institution. This move by the Trump administration is likely to have significant implications for the higher education sector in the United States, sparking debates about academic freedom and accountability.