Harvard Loses $450M in Federal Grants Amid Antisemitism Accusations
2025-05-18
The federal government terminated $450 million in research grants to Harvard University, citing antisemitism. This follows previous cuts totaling $2.2 billion and signals a potential complete cutoff of future funding. The government accuses Harvard of insufficient action to address antisemitic incidents and discriminatory practices, although the announcement lacks specifics on recent events or Harvard's efforts. Multiple federal agencies issued similar letters, indicating a coordinated effort to withdraw funding.
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