Harvard University has decided to reject the conditions set forth by the Trump administration to retain its federal funding. This decision raises the question of whether the university, similar to Hillsdale College, will adapt to operating without federal financial support. The administration’s stipulations, which prompted Harvard’s response, were part of a broader policy approach impacting educational institutions across the United States. As a prestigious institution with significant resources, Harvard’s choice to potentially forgo federal aid could set a notable precedent within the higher education landscape, highlighting the ongoing dialogue between educational autonomy and government funding.