Columbia announces new policies, including a mask ban with exceptions and increased police authority, in an effort to regain $400 million in federal funding. Editor’s warning: mentions of violence and death.
In a letter to Columbia officials, Trump administration officials demanded that the University take “immediate next steps” before continuing negotiations regarding federal funding. This occurs less than one week after canceling $400 million in grants and contracts.
On Friday, March 7, the Trump administration announced the cancellation of $400 million in federal funding to Columbia due to its alleged inaction against the harassment of Jewish students.
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