Trump Freezes $175M in UPenn Funds Over Trans Athlete Policy
The Trump administration froze $175 million in federal funding from the University of Pennsylvania, citing its policy allowing transgender women to compete in women’s sports. This action, announced via social media and attributed to a senior administration official, stems from President Trump’s campaign promise to prevent such participation. The funding freeze, affecting Department of Defense and Health and Human Services discretionary funds, is reportedly a precursor to further action against the university, potentially leading to the loss of all federal funding. Legal challenges are anticipated.
John Q. Hosedrinker