President Trump has threatened to revoke Harvard University’s tax-exempt status over the institution’s resistance to White House demands regarding academic freedom and antisemitism. The President accused Harvard of attempting to ‘control’ its community by rejecting White House directives on hiring practices, admissions, and teaching curriculum. This escalation comes after a letter from the federal government demanding changes at Harvard, including reporting on students deemed ‘hostile’ to American values or requiring the institution to ensure diverse viewpoints are present in all areas. 10 specific demands were listed in the letter, which also calls for third-party verification of programs deemed to fuel antisemitism. The Trump administration has previously threatened funding cuts to universities resisting his directives, impacting institutions like Columbia University and potentially leading to losses of millions of dollars for Harvard if its tax exemption is revoked.