Alan Dershowitz: Universities Should Be Honest About What ‘Meritocracy’ Truly Means
Trump Administration’s Demands on Harvard The Trump administration has made certain demands regarding Harvard, particularly against accepting diversity, equity, and inclusion principles in their admissions and employment practices. Many Americans resonate with the sentiment expressed by Martin Luther King Jr. about being judged by character rather than skin color. However, this notion of “achievement” can […]
Erika Donalds Supports Trump’s Initiative to Reopen American Universities to Chinese Students
Florida Republican Representative Byron Donald has officially entered the race for the 2026 Florida Governor’s position, with backing from former President Donald Trump. Erica Donald shared insights into the personal motivations and discussions that led them to embark on this new journey in public service. “Florida has been incredibly good to us. Byron and I […]
Battles between Harvard and Columbia with Trump highlight lessons for other universities
The conflict between the Trump administration and institutions like Harvard and Columbia offers valuable insights for other universities as they navigate the president’s attempts to influence their policies. While Trump has made clear his intent to challenge higher education on the campaign trail, the extent of his confrontational approach took many schools by surprise. In […]
The hidden tax loophole allowing universities to create billion-dollar empires
Concerns Over Tax Status of Elite Universities There’s been a growing discussion around the tax status of wealthy universities in the U.S. As many institutions build significant real estate portfolios and hold vast endowments, there’s a feeling that they should contribute more to the communities they inhabit. Universities like Harvard, Yale, and the University of […]
Editorial argues that universities need to bring back free speech
Harvard’s Legal Struggles and the Broader Confidence Crisis in Higher Education Harvard might secure a legal victory against the Trump administration, but the challenge to rebuild trust in higher education as a bastion of free expression remains significant. The Washington Post’s editorial board emphasized this point recently. The editorial noted a dramatic decline in public […]
Top Universities Collaborate With Harvard to Maintain Government Funding
Federal Judge Allows Universities to Join Harvard’s Lawsuit against Trump Administration A federal judge has granted permission for multiple universities to join Harvard’s legal battle against the Trump administration concerning federal funding issues. A total of at least 18 institutions, including notable names like Brown, Princeton, Yale, and the University of Pennsylvania, have officially signed […]
Top universities plan to use endowment funds to avoid tax penalties, according to a report.
Reports indicate that several of the wealthiest universities in the U.S. are exploring contracts with the federal government. These agreements would allow the schools to utilize more of their financial resources in exchange for potential tax breaks on donations. About 20 prestigious institutions, including Harvard, Yale, Princeton, Stanford, Duke, and the University of Chicago, are […]
DOJ focuses on universities and foreign individuals in efforts against antisemitism
Trump Administration’s Handling of Anti-Semitism The current administration is taking a more assertive stance on addressing the recent increase in anti-Semitism compared to previous administrations. This includes launching investigations, penalizing prestigious universities, and enhancing immigration enforcement practices. President Trump, using a law-and-order approach that his critics argue might be excessive, is directing actions through the […]
Experts caution that U.S. universities are preparing and equipping Chinese rivals.
Concerns Over Chinese Infiltration in U.S. Universities The Justice Department has accused two Chinese nationals in Michigan of attempting to smuggle potentially dangerous pathogens into the U.S., raising alarms among national security experts. They assert that the Trump administration needs to step up efforts to prevent American universities and businesses from unwittingly empowering adversaries. Christian […]
Students from universities advocate against Trump’s changes to visa policies
University Immigrants Oppose Trump’s Educational Reforms International students are voicing their concerns over President Donald Trump’s initiatives aimed at redistributing university spots, currently set aside for foreign students, to help American citizens. Many argue this could be detrimental to the diversity and opportunities that international students bring to U.S. institutions. In a recent op-ed, one […]