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Trump administration to halt new research grants for Harvard as battle over political ideology and academic freedom flares | CNN


Published on 2025-05-14 15:00:32 - CNN
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  • The Trump administration has unveiled new steps to target federal funding to Harvard University, cutting off all new federal research grants unless the elite school enacts political policy changes amid a broader national clash over academic freedom, federal funding and campus oversight.

The article from CNN dated May 5, 2025, discusses how Harvard University is facing significant funding threats from donors due to its perceived political stance during the Trump administration. Several high-profile donors, who have historically contributed millions to the university, are now reconsidering their support, citing Harvard's alleged bias against conservative viewpoints. This backlash comes in the wake of former President Trump's public criticism of elite institutions, which he claims are unfairly targeting his supporters. The situation has sparked a broader debate about the role of political ideology in academic funding and the potential impact on the university's future research and educational programs.

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