Pentagon orders 30 universities to cut foreign research ties

The Pentagon has directed 30 universities to review and potentially terminate their partnerships with foreign research institutions or face the loss of federal funding. This action affects military-connected research collaborations and could have ripple effects on defense technology development, military scholarships, and science education programs at those schools.

Service members and their families using GI Bill benefits or military scholarships at these affected institutions may experience disruptions to research opportunities, internships, or degree programs that rely on international partnerships. Universities that lose federal backing could reduce military recruitment efforts, shrink ROTC programs, or cut military-related financial aid.