Harvard University has initiated legal action against the U.S. government under the administration of President Donald Trump, alleging that the freeze on billions of dollars in federal funding infringes upon their academic freedom and constitutional rights. The lawsuit was filed following the government’s decision to halt payments related to multiple-year grants and contracts amounting to over $2.3 billion in total. The White House Press Secretary stated that Harvard faces potential loss of federal funding as a consequence of this action. The administration has committed to addressing the suit through legal proceedings, while Harvard University President maintains that the freeze exceeds the government’s authority and is illegal.