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A law professor at Fordham University is involved as staff departs due to Trump's return to office.
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What happened
A law professor at Fordham University is involved as staff departs due to Trump's return to office.
Who's involved
What this event is mainly aboutHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.Former Provost under scrutiny from administration regarding Trump/university issues.1 source
Staff departures are occurring at the watchdog office since Trump returned to office.1 source
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The entities involved
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Fordham University
private research university in New York City, USA
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Donald Trump
American businessman and politician (born 1946), President of the United States (2017–2021; since 2025)
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Office of Professional Responsibility
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