Harvard University is suing the Trump administration over a multibillion-dollar freeze on research funding, claiming it threatens academic freedom. President Alan Garber emphasizes the case as a defense of First Amendment rights, separating it from the university’s antisemitism issues.

In California, the Redlands Unified school board voted to ban transgender athletes from girls' sports, reflecting a wider public sentiment. Meanwhile, a federal judge ruled against Trump's efforts to withhold federal funds from "sanctuary" jurisdictions, emphasizing constitutional violations.

A federal initiative, "Operation Tidal Wave," targets undocumented immigrants for deportation, aligning with aggressive policies from the Trump administration.

In politics, the "Biden effect" has led to retirements among long-serving Democrats, paving the way for younger candidates. Simultaneously, Trump's electoral gains among younger voters signal a shift toward conservatism focused on economic issues. 

Finally, concerns are rising over the ethical implications of de-extinction projects, as Colossal Biosciences successfully reintroduced the dire wolf.

The Digest, 4/24/2025 @1130AM, CDT

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