CNN 5 Things Harvard cuts 'cost lives', town hall anger, jewelry heist & more
Apr 16, 2025
A Harvard professor reveals how a funding freeze is jeopardizing life-saving research. Tensions rise as President Trump's court win looms over a wrongful deportation case. Heated town hall meetings showcase public outrage, with tempers flaring. Meanwhile, mental health concerns rise among American youth. And in a twist worthy of Hollywood, an elaborate jewelry heist in LA captures the imagination.
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Harvard ALS Research Halted
- Harvard's ALS research funding was halted due to the university's refusal to remove DEI programs amid a federal funding freeze.
- This funding cut is viewed as potentially life-costing by the lead researcher, highlighting political impacts on scientific progress.
Court vs. Trump on Deportation
- The Trump administration is resisting court orders to facilitate the return of a wrongfully deported father.
- The Supreme Court’s vague rulings allow the administration to stall, weakening judicial authority in such cases.
Town Halls Face Anger and Protest
- Senator Chuck Grassley was confronted angrily by constituents demanding the return of a deported man.
- Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene faced protests leading to arrests and stun gun use at town halls amid Medicaid and social security cuts.