Trump Admin Halts $1B for Cornell, $790M for Northwestern: Politico

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The Trump administration has frozen $1 billion in funding for Cornell University and $790 million for Northwestern University. In addition, it has cut Princeton’s funding for studying climate change. Furthermore, it has been reported that the Department of Defense cancelled over 75 research contracts at Cornell University.

Trump Administration Freezes $1B in Funding for Cornell and $790M for Northwestern

The Trump administration has created a buzz in the education sector by withholding substantial amounts of funds. A total of $1B for Cornell and $790M for Northwestern has been frozen.

The move has caused a stir in the academic world, with both universities affected significantly. CNN reported the news, highlighting the impact on university research and programs.

Princeton Funding for Climate Change Research Cut

In another blow to the academic community, the Trump administration also cut Princeton’s funding to study climate change.

Department of Defense Cancels Cornell’s Research Contracts

Adding to the list, the Department of Defense has also cancelled over 75 research contracts at Cornell University as part of these sweeping financial changes.

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