Harvard University and Federal Funding
Harvard University graduate Shabbos Kestenbaum joins 'Fox & Friends' to explain why he is throwing his support behind former President Trump after voting with Democrats for years. A conservative professor at Harvard University suggests taking fewer federal funds to reduce government influence. The Trump administration has pulled billions in federal funding from Harvard.
Key Points
- Harvard facing budget cuts and hiring freezes due to Trump administration's withdrawal of federal funding
- Calls for reducing financial dependence on federal government and strengthening ties with alumni
- Harvard received at least $4.4 billion in federal funding since 2017
Pros
- Insulating Harvard from government influence
- Strengthening ties with loyal alumni
Cons
- Potential risks in empowering alumni