Breaking news: Trump administration will freeze $2 billion after Harvard refuses demands

Harvard said it would not submit to requests to overhaul hiring and report on international students.

View in browser April 14, 2025, 8:41 p.m. ET BREAKING NEWS Sophie Park for The New York Times Trump Administration Will Freeze $2 Billion After Harvard Refuses Demands On Monday afternoon, Harvard became the first university to directly refuse to comply with the administration. By the evening, federal officials said they would freeze $2.2 billion in multiyear grants to Harvard, along with a $60 million contract. Read more Need help? Review our newsletter help page or contact us for assistance. You received this email because you signed up for Breaking News from The New York Times. To stop receiving Breaking News, unsubscribe. To opt out of other promotional emails from The Times, including those regarding The Athletic, manage your email settings. To opt out of updates and offers sent from The Athletic, submit a request. Subscribe to The TimesGet The New York Times app Connect with us on: Change Your EmailPrivacy PolicyContact UsCalifornia Notices The New York Times Company. 620 Eighth Avenue New York, NY 10018