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Trump Vs Harvard: US To End Federal Contracts Worth $100 Million With University
- The Trump administration is terminating federal contracts with Harvard University worth an estimated $100 million, part of the ongoing battle against the Ivy League institution.
- Federal agencies are directed to review contracts with Harvard, terminate non-critical ones, and transition to other vendors as needed.
- The administration has cited concerns over antisemitism and political bias in pressuring Harvard to make policy changes.
- Harvard is the oldest and richest US university with a $53 billion endowment, facing demands to address alleged discrimination.
- The government accuses Harvard of engaging in race discrimination and lacking concern for the safety of Jewish students.
- Harvard President has apologized for handling of antisemitism but criticized the administration's demands and funding cuts.
- Homeland Security Secretary criticized Harvard's response to requests for information about misconduct by foreign students.
- Trump threatened to divert billions in grant dollars from Harvard, citing antisemitism concerns and emphasizing support for trade schools.
- Harvard won a temporary court order blocking the government from enforcing a ban on enrolling foreign students.
- The battle between the Trump administration and Harvard highlights broader issues of policy, discrimination, and academic freedom.
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