The Trump administration has temporarily paused millions of dollars in federal funding to the University of Maine system as it reviews compliance with orders aimed at banning transgender athletes from women’s sports. This decision follows a public argument between President Trump and Maine Governor Janet Mills over the issue. The USDA has accused the university of disregarding the ban on transgender athletes and has halted funding until further notice. This freeze on funding, totaling around $30 million in grants, could impact educational programs, farmers, and various youth programs in the state. Additionally, the Trump administration recently cut $400 million in federal contracts and grants to Columbia University, citing accusations of antisemitism related to protests over the Israel-Hamas war. Columbia University’s president expressed concern over the impact of these cuts on teaching, research, and medical operations at the prestigious university. These funding freezes and cuts are part of a larger political and ideological conflict between the Trump administration and academic institutions over social issues.
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