HARVARD SUES TRUMP OVER US$2.2 BILLION FUNDING FREEZE

• Harvard University is suing the Trump administration over a US$2.2 billion funding freeze, alleging the administration is violating its free speech rights.
• The Trump administration froze the funds after Harvard refused to comply with demands to suppress student protests and screen international applicants based on their political views, particularly regarding Palestine.
• The administration claims Harvard is violating civil rights laws by not addressing antisemitism, demanding an end to diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) programmes.
• Harvard's lawsuit argues the funding freeze jeopardises critical research and is part of a broader effort to punish the university for upholding constitutional rights.
• The lawsuit targets several federal officials and agencies, including the secretaries of Health and Human Services, Education, and the Attorney General.

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Harvard sues Trump over $2.2 billion funding freeze as free speech battle heats up between White House and Ivy League school

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2025-04-22T08:15:52Z