Trump administration demands widespread changes to Columbia University discipline policies

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MSN

The Trump administration is demanding Columbia University make widespread changes to its disciplinary policies and admissions to reverse the cancellation of about $400 million in federal funds.

The New York City-based Ivy League university has faced intense scrutiny from the Trump administration over its handling of pro-Palestinian student protests in 2024. Last week, the federal government said it was pulling $400 million in grants and contracts from the university — citing the school's failure to combat antisemitism.

 

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Where Trump pulls funds I think it would be best if that money is lost to the receiver forever. If they correct their behavior to the administration's satisfaction, then re-establish some level of funding if funding makes sense for whatever reason. If some money isn't lost forever, there is less incentive to make honest long lasting changes.