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Investigations and a Billion-Dollar ‘Shakedown’: How Trump Targeted Higher Education

The article explores the various investigations and legal challenges faced by higher education institutions during Trump's presidency, highlighting allegations of financial misconduct and political motivations behind these actions.
WHO: Donald Trump, higher education institutions, federal investigators
WHAT: Targeting and investigating higher education institutions for alleged financial misconduct
WHEN: During Trump's presidency (2017-2021)
WHERE: United States
WHY: To address perceived corruption and mismanagement in higher education, while also serving political interests
Sources (1): NYT Breaking

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