Trump Administration Cancels $2.2 Billion Grant to Harvard

WASHINGTON – The Trump administration has decided to cancel a $2.2 billion grant intended for Harvard amid an ongoing legal dispute regarding the Ivy League institution’s handling of anti-Semitism, as indicated by a senior White House official.

Michelle Bulls, who oversees Foreign Studies at the National Institutes of Health (NIH), communicated this decision to Harvard President Alan Gerber in a May 6 letter. She emphasized that the reallocation of these funds would “benefit Americans and enhance quality of life.”

The letter criticized Harvard for its inadequate response to what it described as “widespread abuse of Jews and Israeli students” by campus protesters. Furthermore, it claimed that the university continues to engage in forms of racism, particularly within its admissions process.

Bulls highlighted that supporting research in such a climate starkly contradicts NIH’s goals. She suggested that NIH Director Dr. Jay Bhattacharya should receive a formal appeal regarding these terminations within the next 30 days.

Linda McMahon also cautioned Trump officials against pursuing additional federal funding, reflecting the contentious atmosphere surrounding the administration’s decision.

This report prompted attempts to reach out to officials at Harvard University for their response.