Trump Administration Cuts $60 Million in Harvard Grants
The Trump administration has decided to cancel $60 million in federal grants allocated to Harvard University. This decision stems from allegations that the institution has not adequately addressed incidents of antisemitic harassment and ethnic discrimination on its campus.
HHS Statement
The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced the termination of several multi-year grant awards. According to HHS, this action is a result of Harvard's consistent failure to address anti-Semitic harassment and race discrimination effectively.
"HHS is taking decisive action to uphold civil rights in higher education," the department stated in a post on X.
Broader Context
This action is part of a broader effort by the Trump administration to reform American academia through federal research funding controls. The administration argues that institutions like Harvard have been influenced by what it deems anti-American ideologies.
Harvard's Response
Harvard has indicated the grants are crucial for research and is actively assisting researchers in finding alternative funding sources. The university has also initiated legal proceedings to challenge the grant cuts.
Legal Settlement
Harvard recently resolved a legal dispute with an Orthodox Jewish student who alleged the university ignored antisemitic behavior. This settlement involved Harvard committing to enhancing protections for Jewish students.
