Harvard law professor defends university’s decision to ‘take a stand’ against Trump
- Harvard University rejected the Trump administration's demands to alter its diversity programs, leading to a freeze on $2.2 billion in federal grants.
- Nikolas Bowie, a Harvard Law professor, expressed support for Harvard's decision, emphasizing that universities must control their teaching without political pressure.
- Trump threatened to revoke Harvard's tax-exempt status after the university refused to comply with administration demands.
- The Trump administration claims its actions aim to combat antisemitism on campus, but many believe this pretext undermines academic integrity and freedom.
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