The Trump Administration Takes On Higher Ed

Sequoia Carrillo, an NPR education reporter, delves into the Trump administration's investigations into universities for alleged civil rights violations. She discusses the rising tensions between the administration and elite institutions, particularly around funding and discrimination against Jewish students. The conversation highlights how these policies shape public opinion and redefine civil rights in education. Carrillo also emphasizes the impact of these strategies on both private and public universities, unraveling the ideological shifts in academic freedom amidst federal scrutiny.