Trump Administration Targets Ivy League Universities Over Antisemitism Concerns
The Trump administration has expanded its review of federal funds for Ivy League schools, now including Princeton University alongside Harvard and Columbia University.
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Princeton is among more than 100 universities that currently have open investigations into alleged antisemitism amid the wave of pro-Palestinian protests.
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Princeton is the latest Ivy League school to have its federal funding threatened by Trump administration amid investigations into campus antisemitism.
Trump administration halts dozens of research grants at Princeton University
ABC News·19d·ReliableThis source consistently reports facts with minimal bias, demonstrating high-quality journalism and accuracy.CenterThis outlet is balanced or reflects centrist views.Princeton is the latest Ivy League school to have its federal funding threatened by Trump administration amid investigations into campus antisemitism.
Trump administration halts dozens of research grants at Princeton University
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Columbia has been ground zero for anti-Israel riots and demonstrations during the ongoing conflict between Israel and Gaza in response to the Oct. 7, 2023 terror attack targeting Israeli concertgoers.
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The Trump Administration has promised tougher action than its predecessor, naming antisemitism as the top priority for civil rights investigations.
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Urgent action and deep resolve are needed to address this serious problem that is growing across America and around the world.
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Trump Admin. Pauses $210M to Princeton Over Antisemitism
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The review is the latest effort of a federal task force to combat antisemitism on college campuses after a spate of high-profile incidents around the country in response to the Israel-Hamas war in Gaza.
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The focus on Harvard comes after the Trump administration this month canceled $400 million in federal funding for fellow Ivy League school Columbia University.
Trump administration is reviewing Harvard's federal grants over alleged antisemitism
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Harvard’s failure to protect students on campus from antisemitic discrimination – all while promoting divisive ideologies over free inquiry – has put its reputation in serious jeopardy.
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Summary
The Trump administration has halted several dozen federal research grants at Princeton University amid ongoing investigations into campus antisemitism, following a $9 billion review of Harvard's funding. Princeton received notifications of grant suspensions from agencies including the Department of Energy and NASA, while Harvard's president has expressed concern over funding losses impacting research. This move follows Columbia University's recent $400 million funding cut, and Princeton is among over 100 universities facing scrutiny from federal authorities. The push against perceived antisemitism in higher education continues to escalate, impacting university operations and academic freedom.
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The Trump administration is conducting a comprehensive review of nearly $9 billion in federal contracts and grants to Harvard University due to concerns about antisemitism on campus, emphasizing the need for universities to uphold civil rights obligations.
Education Secretary Linda McMahon stated that Harvard's reputation is at risk due to its handling of antisemitism and encouraged the university to work towards creating a safe and academically rigorous environment for all students.
The federal task force's actions are part of a broader initiative to address antisemitism on college campuses following a rise in incidents linked to recent pro-Palestinian protests, prompting scrutiny from lawmakers.
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