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Melania Trump Denies Barron’s Harvard Rejection Rumor

5/28/2025

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First Lady Melania Trump firmly refuted the viral rumor that her son Barron was rejected by Harvard, calling it “completely false.” Currently studying at New York University, Barron has successfully completed his freshman year and is focused on earning a business degree. Meanwhile, President Trump has slashed over $3 billion in funding to Harvard, escalating tensions further.

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First Lady Melania Trump firmly refuted the viral rumor that her son Barron was rejected by Harvard, calling it “completely false.” Currently studying at New York University, Barron has successfully completed his freshman year and is focused on earning a business degree. Meanwhile, President Trump has slashed over $3 billion in funding to Harvard, escalating tensions further.