Columbia University interim president steps down amid clash with Trump admin over federal funding

Interim Columbia University President Katrina Armstrong has stepped down amidst a clash with the Trump administration over federal funding.

"Dr. Armstrong accepted the role of interim president at a time of great uncertainty for the University and worked tirelessly to promote the interests of our community," said David J. Greenwald, chair of the board of trustees, said in a news release late Friday. "Katrina has always given her heart and soul to Columbia. We appreciate her service and look...