
The Brian Lehrer Show The Latest on Columbia University and the Trump Administration
Mar 27, 2025
David Graham, a staff writer at The Atlantic and author of 'The Project,' dives into Columbia University's controversial compliance with the Trump administration to secure $400 million in federal funds. He discusses the protests and legal actions from faculty that highlight concerns over academic freedom. The conversation explores the broader implications for higher education governance amid federal pressures and the complications of free speech on campus. Additionally, Graham touches on the challenges of private communication in government and the political dynamics surrounding U.S. military actions.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Struggles Between Academia and Authority
01:33 • 5min
Navigating Funding and Free Speech at Columbia
06:15 • 18min
Pressure and Compromise
24:07 • 6min
Risks of Encrypted Communication
29:48 • 4min
The Echoes of Political Accountability: Private Communications and Public Records
34:07 • 2min
Political Ramifications of U.S. Military Actions
36:35 • 9min



