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Trump Administration Cuts $450 Million in Harvard Grants

5/16/2025

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Trump Cuts Funding

In a bold move, the Trump administration has slashed $450 million in grants to Harvard University, intensifying the clash over anti-Semitism and academic freedom. This decision comes on the heels of more than $2.2 billion in halted funding linked to protests against Israel. Harvard's president firmly stood by the institution's dedication to free speech and diverse perspectives, rejecting the administration's demands for policy changes.

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Students Protest Pro-Palestinian

Pro-Palestinian protests are surging across U.S. colleges, particularly at Columbia University, resulting in over 80 arrests. Amidst the Trump administration's crackdown on campus activism, students are increasingly anxious about potential backlash, especially international students who feel silenced. These demonstrations highlight the escalating tensions over university connections to Israel and the fervent call for change.

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Trump Cuts Funding

In a bold move, the Trump administration has slashed $450 million in grants to Harvard University, intensifying the clash over anti-Semitism and academic freedom. This decision comes on the heels of more than $2.2 billion in halted funding linked to protests against Israel. Harvard's president firmly stood by the institution's dedication to free speech and diverse perspectives, rejecting the administration's demands for policy changes.

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