Americans Disapprove of Withholding Funds from Universities
Briefly

According to a recent survey by The Associated Press-NORC Center, a majority of Americans oppose President Trump's punitive measures against universities, including significant federal funding cuts and attempts to remove tax-exempt status. Only 27% of respondents support withholding federal funds from non-compliant universities, with 45% opposed to the action. The survey further reveals a disapproval rating of 41% for Trump's overall presidency, notably higher among college-educated individuals. This reflects a growing dissent toward the administration's efforts which target higher education and highlighted a trend of favoring support services aimed at fostering diversity and inclusion.
A new AP-NORC survey reveals that a majority of Americans disapprove of Trump's punitive measures against universities, including funding cuts and tax exemption revocation.
The survey indicates that only 27% of Americans favor Trump's strategy of withholding funds from universities not complying with his demands, showcasing widespread opposition.
Overall, 41% of Americans approve of Trump's presidential performance, with higher disapproval rates among college-educated individuals, revealing a potential divide in perceptions.
The data shows that Americans are increasingly wary of the administration's aggressive tactics against higher education, with only 30% supporting the removal of universities' tax-exempt status.
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