Harvard University faces a federal review that may threaten $8.9 billion in federal funds due to alleged non-compliance with civil rights responsibilities. This scrutiny follows a similar situation at Columbia University, which lost $400 million in funding and had to agree to stricter regulations. The review has been prompted by heightened tensions and accusations of antisemitism within universities amid pro-Palestinian protests following the recent Israel-Hamas conflict, with the Trump administration also targeting deportation for certain activists. Education Secretary Linda McMahon has publicly criticized Harvard's stance on diverging ideologies.
The Trump administration announced a comprehensive review of Harvard's federal funding, putting $8.9 billion at risk for alleged non-compliance with civil rights responsibilities.
Following Columbia University's funding cuts and compliance agreement, Harvard faces scrutiny amidst a wave of pro-Palestinian protests and allegations of antisemitism.
Education Secretary Linda McMahon criticized Harvard for compromising its reputation by promoting divisive ideologies, amid ongoing protests and calls for stricter campus regulations.
The review is led by the Joint Task Force to Combat Anti-Semitism, seeking to ensure that Harvard complies with federal regulations and civil rights mandates.
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