Summary
The Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) has turned down a proposal from President Donald Trump's administration, which offered benefits in exchange for following certain policies. MIT's president, Sally Kornbluth, stated that the proposal conflicted with the university's values, particularly regarding freedom of expression and independence. Other universities were also approached with similar offers, but MIT and others have rejected the proposal.
Key Facts
- MIT rejected a federal funding proposal from the Trump administration.
- The proposal included limiting foreign student admissions and restricting political comments by university leaders.
- Schools were asked to screen foreign students and report disciplinary records to the government.
- The proposal required universities to support the free expression of conservative ideas.
- President Sally Kornbluth stated the proposal conflicted with MIT’s values and independence.
- MIT has faced previous federal funding cuts and has sued the administration over these cuts.
- Other universities were approached with the deal, including Brown and the University of Pennsylvania.
- Governor Gavin Newsom of California warned local universities against accepting the deal.
