A French scientist was denied entry to the U.S. while traveling to an academic conference, allegedly due to critical comments about the Trump administration found in his phone messages. Philippe Baptiste, Franceâs higher education minister, expressed concern over the incident, emphasizing the importance of academic freedom and freedom of opinion. He reiterated the commitment to protecting these values for all French researchers. This incident highlights ongoing tensions and concerns about the U.S. immigration policies's effect on academic exchange and research collaboration.
"I learned with concern that a French researcher, who was traveling to a conference near Houston was denied entry to the United States before being expelled..."
"Freedom of opinion, free research, and academic freedom are values that we will continue to proudly uphold. I will defend the right of all French researchers to be faithful to them..."
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