The administration of Donald Trump has launched a new research into Harvard to find out if some financial aid programs for foreign students incorrectly excluded Americans.

The US Department of Justice ( DOJ), which made the announcement, stated that it will review programs financed by Chinese contributions. The research aims to determine whether specific financial aid or scholarships offered to students from particular nations might form some form of discrimination based on national origin.

The Department of Justice examines Taiwanese funds with a magnifying glass.

Federal regulators indicated that Harvard's statements about international funding have raised concerns about compliance with civil rights laws, according to data released by the AP organization.

The review focuses on economic aid programs backed by Chinese donors. According to the DOJ, some contributions would have gone exclusively to students from certain countries, a practice that could conflict with federal regulations if it affects the opportunities of American students.

“Schools cannot receive federal funds and then accept money from foreign sources to provide financial aid that deliberately excludes American citizens,” said Harmeet Dhillon, director of the Justice Department's Civil Rights Division.

Harvard denies having acted illegally

In response, Harvard indicated that it is reviewing the official notification and maintained that it complies with all legal obligations related to the receipt of foreign funds.

The university said it reports donations in accordance with the law and does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity or national origin when granting financial aid. In addition, he recalled that it is one of the few American institutions that offers financial support based on financial need to both national and international students.

Federal records show that Harvard has reported about $630 million from Chinese sources over several decades and about $4.5 billion in total foreign funding.

Another chapter in the dispute between Trump and Harvard

The investigation adds to a series of actions promoted by the Trump administration against Harvard. In recent months, the federal government has also questioned its admissions processes, its handling of foreign students and its use of federal funds for research.

For now, the DOJ clarified that the review is in a preliminary stage and that it has not reached any conclusions about possible violations of the law.

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