Harvard rejects Trump demands, gets hit by $2.3 billion funding freeze
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Apr 15 2025
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Source: Reuters
Harvard's Rejection of Federal Demands: Harvard University has rejected demands from the Trump administration that it claims would compromise its independence and academic freedom, leading to a freeze of $2.3 billion in federal funding as part of a broader crackdown on perceived antisemitism on college campuses.
Concerns Over Academic Freedom: Harvard President Alan Garber emphasized that the government's demands threaten the university's First Amendment rights and autonomy, while the administration continues to press for policy changes across multiple universities regarding antisemitism and diversity in hiring practices.
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Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
