In the wake of President Trump's attacks on higher education, institutions have quietly increased lobbying expenditures to influence federal policy. An analysis reveals significant spending by universities, particularly Northwestern University, which has invested over $600,000 this year in lobbying effortsâup from $110,000 the previous year. The lobbying focuses on key issues such as funding for research and student visa policies, indicating a proactive stance from the education sector against the administration's criticisms and funding freezes regarding issues like campus antisemitism and transgender athletes.
Behind closed doors, higher education institutions have significantly ramped up lobbying efforts to advocate for their interests in reaction to President Trump's policies.
Northwestern University has dramatically increased its lobbying expenditures to over $600,000 in 2025, highlighting the sector's urgency in response to federal challenges.
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