HHS Cancels $60M in Harvard Grants over Antisemitism Claims

The Trump administration has cut an additional $60 million in federal grants to Harvard University, citing the school's failure to adequately address antisemitism, racial discrimination, and bias on campus. This funding cut is part of a broader effort by the administration to withhold federal funds from institutions that do not comply with nondiscrimination principles, particularly highlighting Harvard's handling of Jewish student harassment and race-based admissions practices. The total amount of rescinded federal funding to Harvard has now surpassed $2.7 billion, following previous cuts of $450 million and $2.2 billion in the past two months. The administration is also pushing to revoke Harvard's tax-exempt status, emphasizing that federal funds must support institutions that protect all students and uphold civil rights. Harvard's president, Alan Garber, has declined to comment on the latest cuts and did not attend a Senate hearing on higher education issues, though he has stated the university has made efforts to combat antisemitism following recent events. The dispute has expanded beyond antisemitism to include criticism of Harvard's diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives, which the administration claims violate federal anti-discrimination laws.