Trump Administration Moves To Cancel Federal Contracts Worth $100 Million With Harvard

The Donald Trump administration has escalated its confrontation with Harvard University by initiating steps to cancel federal contracts worth approximately $100 million.

A letter reviewed by Bloomberg News, sent by Federal Acquisition Service Commissioner Josh Gruenbaum, directs all federal agencies to evaluate their existing contracts with Harvard University and its affiliates. Agencies have been instructed to terminate those contracts deemed non-critical and to shift to alternate vendors where necessary.

“The U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) is assisting all federal agencies in a review for termination or transition of their federal government contracts with Harvard University and affiliates,” the letter stated. “This review aligns with the Administration’s directive that all federal contracted services steadfastly uphold and advance agency strategic priorities.” Agencies have been asked to submit their reports on intended actions regarding each contract by June 6.