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By Logan Brooks

French scientist denied U.S. entry after officials find ‘hateful’ texts about Trump administration on his phone

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The French government has expressed concern after a scientist was denied entry into the United States earlier this month. According to French officials, U.S. immigration officers barred the researcher after discovering messages on his phone that criticized the Trump administration, despite assurances from France that it upholds academic freedom and freedom of expression.

Philippe Baptiste, France’s Minister of Higher Education and Research, issued a statement addressing the incident, saying he had “learned with concern” that a researcher affiliated with the National Center for Scientific Research (CNRS) was refused entry and subsequently deported.

According to diplomatic sources, the incident took place on March 9 when the scientist arrived in Texas for a conference near Houston. Upon landing, he was subjected to a random search, during which immigration officers reviewed his work computer and personal phone. Authorities reportedly found messages in which the researcher discussed the Trump administration’s treatment of scientists.

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The scientist was accused of sending messages that “reflect hatred toward Trump and can be described as terrorism,” according to sources. U.S. officials confiscated his electronic devices before putting him on a return flight to Europe the next day.

French minister defends academic freedom

Baptiste defended the scientist’s right to express his opinions and emphasized that personal beliefs should not impact academic cooperation between nations.

“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 while respecting the law,” Baptiste told Agence France-Presse (AFP).

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The French Ministry of Foreign Affairs acknowledged that the U.S. has the authority to determine who enters the country but expressed disappointment over the situation. In a statement to Le Monde, the ministry said it “deplores the situation” and reiterated France’s commitment to “academic and scientific cooperation” while reaffirming its “desire to promote freedom of expression.”

Trump administration faces backlash over research policies

Since taking office, former President Donald Trump implemented sweeping changes to scientific research funding, triggering widespread criticism from the academic community.

According to documents reviewed by Democratic staff on the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has planned mass layoffs affecting over 1,000 researchers, including chemists, biologists, and toxicologists, as part of a “reduction of force” strategy.

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Last month, the National Institutes of Health (NIH) announced it would cut grants for “indirect costs,” such as infrastructure and equipment, in an effort to save $4 billion, BBC News reported. Many universities and research institutions have warned that these cuts may force them to scale back scientific and medical research.

Scientists rally against funding cuts

The Trump administration’s actions have sparked protests from the scientific community. Large-scale demonstrations have taken place across the country, with researchers advocating for the protection of science and academic integrity.

Dr. Michael E. Mann, director of the Center for Science, Sustainability, & the Media at the University of Pennsylvania, voiced concerns over the impact of these policies.

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“If ever there were a time to ‘stand up for science,’ it is now,” Mann told The Independent.

As tensions continue to rise, the denial of entry to the French researcher has further fueled debates over academic freedom, political influence on scientific research, and the broader implications of U.S. immigration policies on international collaboration.

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