Donald Trump renews threats against Harvard University’s tax exempt status

Trump has escalated criticism of Harvard by threatening to revoke its tax-exempt status, potentially causing billions in funding loss. As part of broader attacks on educational institutions, Trump previously refused to address demands from Harvard about viewpoint diversity, pro-Palestinian protests, and anti-Semitism, calling for structural changes seen as attempts to impose political ideology. In response, Harvard's president rejected Trump’s demands, emphasizing the institution's right to maintain its independence and constitutional freedoms. Meanwhile, Democrats are urging the IRS to investigate Trump’s actions, citing concerns about overstepping federal authority under the Constitution.