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Trump Threatens Harvard Grants, Boosts Trade Schools Amid Tensions

5/26/2025

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Tensions rise as President Trump threatens to pull $3 billion in federal grants from Harvard, aiming to shift funds to trade schools. This comes amid restrictions on foreign student enrollment, which a federal judge has temporarily blocked, underscoring the vital role international students play in Harvard's economy and operations.

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Tensions rise as President Trump threatens to pull $3 billion in federal grants from Harvard, aiming to shift funds to trade schools. This comes amid restrictions on foreign student enrollment, which a federal judge has temporarily blocked, underscoring the vital role international students play in Harvard's economy and operations.