Andrew Jack

Andrew Jack, Global education editor at the Financial Times, and Josh Moody, a writer on Sunshine State schools for Inside Higher Ed, discuss Harvard's defiance against the Trump administration's demands for elite universities. They highlight the stark contrast between Harvard's stance and Florida's compliance with ICE. The conversation digs into the financial dynamics of these institutions, shedding light on their substantial endowments and the balancing act between political pressures and educational integrity.

Join Andrew Jack, the FT's Global Education Editor, and Myles McCormick, Acting Washington Correspondent, as they dissect Trump's ongoing battle against elite universities. Harvard's dramatic funding loss for rejecting federal demands takes the spotlight, along with Columbia's struggle despite compliance. They explore the potential repercussions for more institutions, the Republican Party’s broader campaign against higher education, and the financial implications of these conflicts on student access and innovation.