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President Donald Trump said Friday that Harvard has “acted extremely appropriately” during negotiations that could soon result in a deal. A view of Harvard University in Cambridge

Trump says Harvard has acted ‘appropriately’ and deal could soon be announced

By Betsy Klein, CNN (CNN) — President Donald Trump said Friday that Harvard has “acted extremely appropriately” during negotiations that could soon result in a deal, signaling a possible major shift in his administration’s efforts to target the university. “Many people have been asking what is going on with Harvard University and their largescale improprieties

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Columbia faces risk of government clawbacks because of DEI

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The Trump administration could declare the City of Columbia in violation of a federal executive order targeting diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives, city leaders say. Such a determination could result in the suspension of federal funding, termination of existing contracts and demands for repayment of previously awarded federal funds. Fifth Ward Councilman

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A federal judge on Friday indefinitely blocked the Trump administration from revoking Harvard University’s ability to host international students and scholars while legal challenges continue.

Federal judge indefinitely blocks Trump administration from cutting off Harvard’s ability to host foreign students

By Devan Cole, CNN (CNN) — A federal judge on Friday indefinitely blocked the Trump administration from revoking Harvard University’s ability to host international students and scholars while legal challenges continue. The preliminary injunction issued by US District Judge Allison Burroughs extends a temporary block the judge had issued last month against the administration after

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A person walks past the U.S. Supreme Court in Washington

Supreme Court lets fuel companies sue over California’s tough emission standards

By John Fritze, CNN (CNN) — The Supreme Court on Friday revived a lawsuit from fuel producers challenging California’s strict vehicle emission rules, allowing the companies to fight an on-again, off-again climate policy that President Donald Trump has previously opposed. Justice Brett Kavanaugh wrote the opinion for a 7-2 majority. Liberal Justices Sonia Sotomayor and

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US Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy testifies before a House Appropriations Transportation

Judge blocks Trump administration from tying transportation funds to states’ cooperation with immigration efforts

By Shania Shelton, CNN (CNN) — A federal judge in Rhode Island blocked the Trump administration from using states’ cooperation with immigration efforts as a condition for receiving transportation funds. US District Judge John McConnell granted a preliminary injunction to 20 mostly Democratic-led states that filed a lawsuit last month to prevent the Department of

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Tell us your immigration crackdown story

By CNN Staff (CNN) — The Trump administration’s crackdown on undocumented immigration and effort to engage in mass deportation will ultimately touch nearly every American’s life. Asylum-seekers, undocumented immigrants and millions of their children could be affected. We’d like to hear how the effort is touching your life. The-CNN-Wire™ & © 2025 Cable News Network,

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DHS issues new guidance for lawmakers visiting ICE facilities after tense confrontations

By Shania Shelton, CNN (CNN) — After a spate of tense encounters involving lawmakers at Immigration and Customs Enforcement facilities, the Department of Homeland Security is asking members of Congress to provide 72 hours of notice before visiting detention centers, according to new guidance. Under the annual appropriations act, lawmakers are allowed to enter any

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