Federal Research Funding

Trump Administration Blocks Harvard Research Funding

The Trump administration’s decision to bar Harvard University from receiving new federal research funding is a dramatic and controversial move. It’s a bold action, raising questions about the administration’s motives and the potential ramifications for both Harvard and the broader scientific community. The sheer audacity of the decision is striking, considering Harvard’s prestigious reputation and its significant contributions to research and development. This action seems to be less about sound policy and more about a targeted attack motivated by personal grievances.

This decision immediately sparks thoughts of potential legal challenges. Harvard possesses considerable legal resources and a strong track record of success in litigation, making a lawsuit a very real possibility.… Continue reading