Breaking news: White House to suspend $175 million for Penn over transgender policy

Penn's past embrace of a transgender athlete was cited by a person familiar with the decision.

View in browser March 19, 2025, 2:29 p.m. ET BREAKING NEWS Rachel Wisniewski for The New York Times White House Plans to Pause $175 Million for Penn Over Transgender Policy The move targets the University of Pennsylvania's approach to transgender athletes as the Trump administration escalates its clashes with elite colleges. Read more More coverage A judge moved a Columbia graduate's deportation case to New Jersey. → The president and his allies are aggressively attacking the machinery that powers the Democratic Party. → Analysis The question is not whether there is a constitutional crisis, but how much damage it will cause, experts say. → 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