Summary
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is trying to stop Harvard University from getting federal funding because it is accused of not dealing with antisemitism complaints. This action could cut Harvard off from millions of dollars in federal research money. The case is part of a wider effort by the government to enforce civil rights laws at educational institutions.
Key Facts
- The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has referred Harvard to an office that decides on suspensions for civil rights issues.
- If the case proceeds, Harvard could lose federal funding and contracts.
- The referral involves accusations that Harvard has ignored antisemitic incidents affecting Jewish and Israeli students.
- The Office for Civil Rights (OCR) previously issued a notice of violation to Harvard.
- A federal judge recently ruled that the administration's freeze on Harvard’s federal grants was illegal.
- Harvard has 20 days to ask for a hearing about the allegations.
- The Suspension and Debarment Program will determine Harvard's eligibility for federal grants if the case goes forward.
- Harvard faces a separate inquiry regarding alleged racial discrimination by the Harvard Law Review.
