The Trump administration has barred Harvard University from receiving new federal research grants, escalating a dispute over antisemitism, academic standards, and campus management. Education Secretary Linda McMahon accused Harvard of violating legal duties, citing concerns over protests, foreign student admissions, and DEI initiatives. Harvard has responded with a lawsuit, alleging government overreach and infringement of First Amendment rights.
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