Trump's Funding Freeze Sparks Fears of Academic Freedom Amid Rising Tensions With White House
The Trump administration has frozen $2 billion in multi-year grants and contracts at Harvard University and other institutions due to disputes over policy changes, amid rising tensions across American academia. Other university leaders have reportedly refused to comply with White House demands.
The Trump administration has frozen over $2 billion in multi-year grants and contracts at universities including Columbia, amid tensions with academic leaders who refuse to comply with certain policies, including strict immigration enforcement. Harvard University was the first to be affected, sparking similar responses from other institutions. The moves have led to concerns about the impact on research and educational programs. Some university leaders are resisting the White House's demands, citing concerns over their ability to ensure compliance without compromising academic freedom.
