The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has terminated $60 million in federal grants to Harvard University. This action is part of a broader effort to address alleged antisemitism on campus.
HHS cited Harvard’s “continued failure to address anti-Semitic harassment and race discrimination” as the reason for the grant termination. The decision follows a task force finding that Harvard violated Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.
Harvard loses another $60 million in grants over antisemitism
This $60 million cut brings the total federal funding withdrawn from Harvard under the Trump administration to nearly $3 billion. Previous cuts include $450 million and $2.2 billion in grants.
Harvard denies the allegations, stating it has taken “many steps” to combat antisemitism. President Alan Garber launched a task force to investigate the issue and insists the university is committed to addressing intolerance.
In April 2025, Harvard filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration, arguing that the funding cuts are unlawful and infringe on academic freedom. The university claims the government’s demands overstep its authority.
Harvard is not alone. The Trump administration has targeted other universities, like Columbia, cutting $400 million in funds for similar reasons. The actions are part of a push against perceived “woke” ideology and anti-Israel sentiment.
The funding cuts affect critical research, including medical and scientific projects. For example, a Harvard Medical School ALS researcher and a tuberculosis study involving multiple labs have been halted due to the freeze.
Harvard, with its $53 billion endowment, faces challenges absorbing these losses. The university is exploring alternative funding sources while continuing its legal battle to protect its autonomy and research programs.