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Columbia University Implements New Policies After $400 Million Funding Cut

Facing a $400 million federal funding cut due to campus protests, Columbia University announced new protest restrictions, disciplinary procedures, and a Middle East curriculum review, hiring 36 new campus police officers with powers to arrest protesters, banning face coverings during protests, and e...

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Trump to Dismantle Department of Education, Returning Control to States

President Trump will sign an executive order Thursday to dismantle the Department of Education, returning control to states, despite 63% of Americans opposing the move and concerns over the impact on vulnerable students, after already laying off 1900+ employees, leaving roughly half the staff.

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US University Hiring Freezes Amidst Federal Funding Uncertainty

Due to the Trump administration's shifting federal policies, over a dozen US universities, including Harvard, Notre Dame, and the University of Washington, have implemented hiring freezes, impacting faculty, staff, and potentially research funding, with broader economic and global implications.

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House Passes Short-Term Government Funding Bill Amidst Party Divisions

The Republican-controlled House passed a short-term government funding bill, increasing defense spending by $6 billion, decreasing non-defense by $13 billion, and including funds for ICE, wildfire fighting, and nutrition programs, while Democrats criticize it for lacking spending guidelines.

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60 Universities Under Investigation for Antisemitism

The Department of Education is investigating 60 universities for alleged antisemitism following the cancellation of $400 million in federal funding to Columbia University for its inaction regarding similar incidents, setting a precedent for further funding cuts.

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Trump Cuts \$400M in Grants to Columbia Over Antisemitism

The Trump administration cut over \$400 million in federal grants to Columbia University due to concerns about its handling of antisemitism, following months of anti-Israel protests and harassment of Jewish students; Columbia's interim president stated willingness to cooperate.

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Trump Orders Dismantling of Education Department

President Trump signed an executive order on Thursday to dismantle the U.S. Education Department, though complete closure requires Congressional approval; the department will retain some key functions, including Title I funding and Pell grants.

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Canada Commits $2.5 Billion to Toronto Rental Housing

The Canadian federal government is providing over $2.5 billion in low-cost loans for seven rental housing projects in Toronto, creating 4,831 units (1,075 below-market), plus $25.8 million for homelessness programs, ahead of a potential election.

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US Universities Freeze Hiring Amidst Trump Administration Funding Cuts

Facing financial uncertainty from threatened federal funding cuts, over a dozen US universities, including Harvard and Columbia, have announced hiring freezes, impacting faculty, staff, and research projects, potentially slowing job growth.

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D.C. Mayor Removes Black Lives Matter Plaza Amidst Looming \$1.1 Billion Budget Cut

Facing a potential \$1.1 billion budget cut from a Republican-led funding bill, Washington, D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser removed Black Lives Matter Plaza to appease President Trump, highlighting the immense pressure and potential consequences of antagonizing the federal government.

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USDA Cuts $1 Billion in Funding for Local Food Programs

The USDA cut $1 billion in funding for two programs supporting local food purchases by schools and food banks, impacting 40 states, due to a shift toward long-term fiscal initiatives under the Trump administration and DOGE.

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Trump Cuts \$400 Million in Columbia University Funding Over Anti-Semitism

The Trump administration cut \$400 million in federal funding from Columbia University for its alleged insufficient response to anti-Semitic incidents and anti-Israel protests on campus, with more cuts expected; this follows violent protests at Barnard College and an ongoing civil rights investigati...

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