U.S. universities implement hiring freezes over funding uncertainties

Many U.S. universities, including Harvard and the University of Washington, have announced hiring freezes due to uncertainty over federal funding. This decision comes as the Trump administration proposes cuts to financial support for higher education. The hiring pauses are seen as temporary measures while universities assess the impact of potential funding changes. Schools are also reviewing budgets and discretionary spending to manage financial uncertainties. The proposed cuts to National Institutes of Health funding could significantly affect research universities, with some institutions estimating losses in millions. This situation raises concerns about the future of American science and competitiveness.