More than 170 higher education leaders issue letter condemning Trump's "political interference"

My Turn | Higher education's dilemma

"The University of Illinois is well-advised in joining others suing to preserve the independence of public universities from federal overreach."

In a letter the leaders of the American universities accuse President Trump after his threats to cut billions of federal funds and political interference. For the administration, Harvard is enriched with the money of the Americans in difficulty.

Brown University President joins over 100 leaders in letter opposing federal actions

PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) — Brown University President Christina Paxson signed onto a letter opposing recent federal actions related to colleges and universities. More than 100 university leaders signed the letter, which said “we speak with one voice against the unprecedented government overreach and political interference now endangering American higher education.” The full letter can be read below: “As leaders of America’s colleges, universities…

Chicago-area academic leaders sign statement critical of Trump administration 'overreach'

A letter released by the American Association of Colleges and Universities calls out the Trump administration's "unprecedented government overreach" as well as "political interference" it says is "endangering American higher education."

Over 200 Higher Education Institutions Pledge to Resist Trump Attacks

The academic leaders vowed to resist Trump’s efforts for “retribution, censorship, or deportation.”…

UW-Madison chancellor joins hundreds of college leaders criticizing Trump on higher ed

"We are open to constructive reform and do not oppose legitimate government oversight. However, we must oppose undue government intrusion in the lives of those who learn, live, and work