

Academia Caving to Trump, Bombshell Group Chat Atlantic Report, Massive ICE Roundup: AM Update 3/25
17 snips Mar 25, 2025
Columbia University faces legal challenges from the Trump administration over anti-Semitism policies, risking federal funding. A surprising incident involving The Atlantic's editor reveals a major national security chat mix-up. Meanwhile, ICE conducts a significant sweep in sanctuary cities, raising public safety concerns. President Trump critiques a distorted portrait of himself in Colorado, adding a humorous spin to political tensions. The conversation also touches on managing personal debt amid inflation.
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Columbia University Concessions
- Columbia University, facing funding cuts, conceded to Trump administration demands.
- These include a mask ban for protesters, increased campus police powers, and a curriculum review.
Maine University System Compliance
- The University of Maine system complied with Trump's executive order on women's sports, regaining federal funding.
- Governor Janet Mills, however, faces pressure to apologize for her prior defiance.
Paul Weiss Concessions
- Paul Weiss made concessions to the Trump administration, including $40 million in pro bono services.
- The firm also adopted political neutrality and acknowledged Mark Pomerantz's wrongdoing in the Trump investigation.