It Is Happening Every Day, Every Where
A letter from Linda McMahon, the education secretary, said the college leaders must demonstrate more responsible management of the university before receiving additional federal grants.
The administration has accused the university of lacking viewpoint diversity. Harvard is fighting its demands, but embracing the vague term.
Alan Garber became a hero to liberals after Harvard resisted the federal government. At the same time, he is trying to remake campus culture in ways the Trump administration might appreciate.
President Trump first threatened Harvard’s tax status last month. It was not immediately clear if the I.R.S. was in fact moving forward with a change.
Between pieces of advice like “don’t try to be someone else,” the president attacked political foes and discussed everything from egg prices to transgender rights, often to cheers from the crowd.
The move comes as President Trump has tried to abolish D.E.I. programs at universities.
Students and their immigration lawyers say they were relieved for the temporary reprieve, but emphasized that it was just that — temporary.
We explain the administration’s cuts to research.
President Trump is trying to influence which colleges receive federal financial support, a practice that began around the time of World War II.
Harvard has rejected an effort by the White House to exert more control over its programs and policies.