Breaking news: Columbia makes concessions to Trump amid bid to reclaim federal funds

The agreement could signal a new stage in the Trump administration's clash with elite colleges.

View in browser March 21, 2025, 5:05 p.m. ET BREAKING NEWS Bing Guan for The New York Times Columbia Makes Concessions to Trump Amid Bid to Reclaim Federal Funds The university, facing the loss of hundreds of millions of dollars in government grants and contracts, opted to yield to the Trump administration on several of its most substantial demands. Read more More coverage Decades ago, Columbia was looking to expand. It considered, and rejected, Trump-owned property. → President Trump's immigration crackdown is expanding to legal immigrants and tourists. → Opinion Trump voters love him more than before. Four conservative columnists pinpoint why. → Need help? Review our newsletter help page or contact us for assistance. You received this email because you signed up for Breaking News from The New York Times. To stop receiving Breaking News, unsubscribe. To opt out of other promotional emails from The Times, including those regarding The Athletic, manage your email settings. To opt out of updates and offers sent from The Athletic, submit a request. Subscribe to The TimesGet The New York Times app Connect with us on: Change Your EmailPrivacy PolicyContact UsCalifornia Notices The New York Times Company. 620 Eighth Avenue New York, NY 10018