Breaking news: Trump officials blame mistake for setting off confrontation with Harvard

An official said the letter of demands had been sent without authorization.

View in browser April 18, 2025, 9:30 p.m. ET BREAKING NEWS Sophie Park/Getty Images Trump Officials Blame Mistake for Setting Off Confrontation With Harvard An official on the administration's antisemitism task force told the university that a letter of demands had been sent without authorization. Read more More coverage A G.O.P. senator made a startling admission: "We are all afraid." → The Trump administration said it would take over the renovation of Penn Station in Manhattan. → Opinion David Brooks: What's happening is not normal. We need an uprising that is not normal. → 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