August 6, 2025 9:51 AM
Stanford University lays off over 360 employees, citing Trump policies
Stanford University said on Tuesday it has laid off over 360 employees, citing budget constraints that it attributed to the federal funding policies of U.S. President Donald Trump. The Trump administration has threatened to cut federal funds for universities over pro-Palestinian protests against U.S. ally Israel’s war in Gaza, climate initiatives, transgender policies and diversity, equity and inclusion programs. “Stanford is in the process of making budget reductions,” a university spok...