Tue Apr 22 16:05:40 UTC 2025: ## Over 100 US Universities Condemn Trump Administration’s Interference
**Cambridge, MA –** More than 100 US universities, including Ivy League institutions, have issued a joint letter condemning President Donald Trump’s alleged interference in higher education. The letter, released Tuesday, follows Harvard University’s lawsuit against the Trump administration after it threatened to cut funding and impose political oversight.
The universities accuse the administration of unprecedented government overreach, citing threats to funding, tax-exempt status, and the enrollment of international students. The Trump administration has justified its actions by claiming universities tolerate anti-Semitism and promote overly left-leaning ideologies, citing protests against the Israeli-Gaza conflict as evidence. The administration also seeks to reverse diversity programs.
Harvard’s lawsuit challenges the legality of the funding freeze and conditions imposed on federal grants, demanding the return of $2.2 billion in frozen funds. The Department of Homeland Security has also threatened to restrict Harvard’s ability to enroll international students, who comprise 27.2% of the student body.
While some universities have reportedly yielded to the administration’s demands, the joint letter signals widespread opposition to the alleged political interference and a commitment to academic freedom. The universities maintain their openness to legitimate government oversight but reject coercive control over research funding and academic pursuits.
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