Newsom Tells USC Reject Trump Compact | JQJO

Governor Newsom is urging USC and other universities to reject President Trump's higher education compact, which demands rightward policy shifts in exchange for federal funding. Newsom has threatened to cut state funding for any California university that accepts the offer, emphasizing the importance of academic freedom. While USC is deliberating, Newsom expressed confidence in the UC system's ability to navigate federal negotiations without compromising its values. The compact's conservative goals include specific stances on admissions, diversity, and free speech.