The NPR Politics Podcast Trump Threatens To Cut Federal Funds For Colleges And Universities
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Apr 8, 2025 
Elissa Nadworny, a correspondent focusing on the Trump administration's impact on universities, dives into the administration's threats to cut federal funding over diversity initiatives and alleged anti-Semitism. She discusses how these actions create tension between universities and the federal government, impacting academic freedom. The conversation touches on the potential consequences for funding, including budget constraints and cuts to diversity programs. Nadworny also highlights challenges posed by immigration policy shifts affecting international student enrollment.
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Targeting the Left
- Trump's pressure on universities reflects a broader pattern of targeting perceived left-leaning institutions.
- This includes law firms representing his opponents and news organizations critical of him.
A President's Perspective
- Princeton University's president, Christopher Eisgruber, views the current situation as the biggest threat to universities since the Red Scare.
- He has been outspoken about the perceived dangers to academic freedom.
Impact on Research
- The federal government's funding of university research has been crucial for America's scientific and technological leadership.
- Cutting this funding could severely impact this, raising questions about future PhD sources.