Trump now threatens Harvard's tax-exempt status amid escalating clash with US higher education

President Donald Trump has threatened to revoke Harvard University's tax-exempt status after the Ivy League institution defied the administration's demands, including reducing diversity programs and complying with government directives. In retaliation, the Trump administration slashed $2.2 billion in federal funding for the university. Harvard rejected the government's requests, asserting its independence. The standoff highlights growing tensions between the Trump administration and US higher education, with potential implications for academic freedom and political influence.

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