Harvard University is contesting a freeze on over $2 billion in federal research funding, arguing that it is unlawful and politically motivated. The funding halt has significantly affected research initiatives at the university. Harvard claims that the freeze aims to coerce the institution into adopting specific federal policies related to student conduct and diversity. The Trump administration defends the freeze, linking it to Harvard's approach to addressing antisemitism following recent events. Additionally, a federal judge has ruled that withholding spending data by the Trump administration was illegal, emphasizing the need for public accountability.
Harvard is challenging a freeze on over $2 billion in federal research funding, claiming it's unlawful and politically motivated to enforce federal policies on student conduct and diversity.
The Trump administration defends the funding freeze, citing inadequacies in how Harvard addresses antisemitism on campus, particularly after the Hamas attacks.
Harvard's lawsuit argues that the funding freeze violates the First Amendment and the Civil Rights Act.
A federal judge ruled that the Trump administration illegally withheld real-time data on how billions were spent, emphasizing that transparency is key for accountability.
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