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Trump Administration Cuts $60M from Harvard Over Antisemitism Claims

5/23/2025

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Trump Cuts Harvard Grants

In a bold move, the Trump administration has cut $60 million in federal grants to Harvard University, accusing the institution of antisemitism and discrimination. This decision is part of a larger trend, with over $2.7 billion slashed from elite universities. In response, Harvard is fighting back with a lawsuit, claiming these actions jeopardize academic freedom and vital research initiatives.

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GLMA Challenges Health Cuts

A Maryland lawsuit led by GLMA and researchers is taking a stand against federal health cuts that threaten LGBTQ+ research, claiming violations of the Fifth Amendment. Following drastic funding cuts during the Trump administration, essential studies on LGBTQ+ health disparities have been jeopardized. The plaintiffs are fighting for a court decision to restore this critical funding.

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Trump Cuts Harvard Grants

In a bold move, the Trump administration has cut $60 million in federal grants to Harvard University, accusing the institution of antisemitism and discrimination. This decision is part of a larger trend, with over $2.7 billion slashed from elite universities. In response, Harvard is fighting back with a lawsuit, claiming these actions jeopardize academic freedom and vital research initiatives.

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