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Trump Administration Reviews $9 Billion in Harvard Funding Amid Antisemitism Claims

3/31/2025

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The Trump administration is scrutinizing nearly $9 billion in federal funding for Harvard University amid rising allegations of antisemitism. This review encompasses $255.6 million in contracts and $8.7 billion in grants, echoing previous actions taken against Columbia University. The situation raises critical questions about academic freedom, with Harvard yet to respond.

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The Trump administration is scrutinizing nearly $9 billion in federal funding for Harvard University amid rising allegations of antisemitism. This review encompasses $255.6 million in contracts and $8.7 billion in grants, echoing previous actions taken against Columbia University. The situation raises critical questions about academic freedom, with Harvard yet to respond.