Columbia Unveils New Policies Amid Controversy Over Trump's Revoked Federal Funding

Columbia University has implemented policy changes in response to President Trump's decision to revoke $400 million in federal funding due to campus protests, including reviewing admissions processes and updating its conflict of interest policies. The university aims to ensure that academic freedom is protected while also addressing concerns about the source of funds used by faculty members with ties to China. Additionally, Columbia will establish a new committee to review and monitor potential conflicts of interest among faculty members. These changes aim to mitigate the impact of the funding cut on research programs at the university.