Harvard confirms Alan Garber to continue as president indefinitely amid Trump administration scrutiny and federal funding disputes
Harvard University has confirmed Alan M. Garber ’76 to continue as president indefinitely, delaying the previously expected 2026 presidential search. The extension comes amid scrutiny from the Trump administration and ongoing federal funding disputes, including a US $2.7bn research freeze. Garber has overseen legal challenges, fiscal management, student protests, and major donations while maintaining university stability. Both the Harvard Corporation and Board of Overseers support the decision, emphasising continuity in leadership during political, financial, and campus climate challenges, as quoted by the Harvard Crimson.
Harvard University has confirmed Alan M. Garber ’76 to continue as president indefinitely, delaying the previously expected 2026 presidential search. The extension comes amid scrutiny from the Trump administration and ongoing federal funding disputes, including a US $2.7bn research freeze. Garber has overseen legal challenges, fiscal management, student protests, and major donations while maintaining university stability. Both the Harvard Corporation and Board of Overseers support the decision, emphasising continuity in leadership during political, financial, and campus climate challenges, as quoted by the Harvard Crimson.
