Harvard University has pushed back against President Trump's administration's funding freeze, claiming it aims to combat antisemitism but instead threatens vital research funding. Harvard President Alan Garber described the measures as perplexing and detrimental, asserting that cutting research funds ultimately harms both the university and the nation. He highlighted Harvard's contributions to public welfare, referencing recent honors for faculty in critical areas like gene editing. The federal actions came after Harvard resisted pressure to alter its hiring and admissions policies or to regulate the international student population.
Garber commented that these actions are "perplexing" and questioned the rationale behind cutting off research funding, stating it ultimately harms the country.
He emphasized that the funding freeze is detrimental not just to Harvard but to society at large, as it impacts 'high-priority work' essential for public benefit.
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