The Dershow Can Trump defund and deny tax benefits to discriminating universities? My legal analysis.
Apr 21, 2025
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Defending the Pope in Moot Court
- Alan Dershowitz defended the Catholic Church in a moot court regarding sexual misconduct by priests.
- He acted as the Pope's lawyer and debated fiercely on this issue in front of thousands.
Harvard Lawsuit Likely to Fail
- Harvard's lawsuit against the Trump administration may win in a liberal district court but likely will lose in the Supreme Court.
- The federal government can cut funding if discrimination based on religion is found in a wealthy university.
Tax Benefits & University Discrimination
- Universities can lose tax-exempt status for discrimination, as established by Supreme Court precedent.
- Discrimination against Jews could similarly result in loss of tax benefits for a university like Harvard.