Donald Trump has once again targeted Harvard University. He termed it a 'joke' and unworthy of federal funds. Trump criticized Harvard's hiring choices. He mentioned Bill de Blasio and Lori Lightfoot. Trump accused the university of employing 'woke' and 'radical left' individuals. He also referenced the plagiarism allegations against Harvard's president.
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