Harvard sues Trump admin over $2.2B funding freeze, alleging government overreach in academic affairs.

Harvard University has taken legal action against the Trump administration by filing a lawsuit in a Massachusetts federal court to challenge the freeze on more than $2.2 billion in federal funding. The esteemed university has argued that the government’s action is not only unlawful but also goes beyond its authority. The lawsuit contends that the administration’s move to halt the funding is an attempt to interfere with academic decision-making, thereby infringing upon the First Amendment and other federal laws. This legal battle highlights the ongoing tensions between academic institutions and the government, with Harvard University standing firm in its stance against what it deems as overreach by the administration. The outcome of this lawsuit could have significant implications for the future of federal funding for education and research in the United States.

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