Trump says seeking US$1 billion from Harvard in ‘damages’

South China Morning Post Political StrategyNews ReportEN 1 min read 100% complete by Agence France-PresseFebruary 3, 2026 at 07:40 AM

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Donald Trump announced his administration is seeking US$1 billion in damages from Harvard University, following a New York Times report about settlement negotiations. Trump accused Harvard and other colleges of promoting "woke" ideology and failing to protect Jewish students during pro-Palestinian protests. The administration has filed legal complaints against these institutions and demanded significant payouts. Critics view this as a pressure campaign against liberal universities. Last summer, Columbia University agreed to pay the Trump administration US$200 million and adhere to rules prohibiting race-based considerations in admissions and hiring.

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Columbia University pledged to obey rules barring race consideration in admissions or hiring.

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Columbia University agreed to pay the Trump administration US$200 million last summer.

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Trump says his administration would seek US$1 billion in damages from Harvard University.

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Trump officials have accused Harvard of promoting 'woke' ideology and failing to protect Jewish students.

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