The early phase of the second Trump administration is marked by a flurry of executive orders that threaten important federal research funding and data transparency. This upheaval has stirred anxiety throughout the academic community as researchers and students face uncertainty regarding their projects and careers. Despite the looming threat of policies impacting university finances, such as increased taxes on endowments, the response from college leaders has been muted, reflecting their commitment to political neutrality and institutional stability. The situation mirrors broader national crises, paralleling events like the 2008 financial collapse and the COVID-19 pandemic.
The tumultuous beginning of the second Trump administration is causing anxiety in the research community due to executive orders affecting federal funding and data.
University presidents are hesitating to respond to federal actions fearing threats to their institutions, reflecting a broader crisis affecting higher education nationally.
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