Columbia University makes policy changes in dispute over federal funding
A week after the Trump administration revoked $400 million in federal funding and presented a list of demands, Columbia University agreed in March 2025 to a host of policy changes, including overhauling its protest rules and reviewing its Middle Eastern studies department.
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2 developments- Mar 19, 2025Under pressure from Trump, Columbia plans its next move with other colleges watching closely
- Mar 22, 2025Under threat from Trump, Columbia University agrees to policy changes
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