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War Department orders security audits at 30 universities

The War Department notified 30 academic institutions to conduct immediate reviews of foreign research collaborations.
WHO: The War Department
WHAT: Issued formal notifications directing 30 academic institutions to initiate comprehensive security reviews of academic, financial, and research collaborations with foreign entities of concern.
WHEN: Reported Aug 17, 2026 at 10:00 AM ET
WHERE: USA
WHY: Cause not yet established.
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