Trump Orders Termination of Harvard Federal Contracts

The Trump administration has directed federal agencies to terminate about $100 million in contracts with Harvard University, citing concerns about antisemitism, race discrimination, and campus safety for Jewish students. This move follows an earlier freeze of over $3 billion in federal research grants and attempts to block Harvard from admitting international students. The General Services Administration has mandated that agencies identify contracts to be canceled or redirected by June 6, although some contracts may be transitioned rather than immediately halted. Harvard has responded with lawsuits, alleging that these actions violate constitutional rights and harm academic freedom. A federal judge has temporarily allowed Harvard to continue admitting international students while litigation continues. The dispute highlights tensions over federal funding, university autonomy, and political influence on higher education.