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Universities Accept Funds from Military Tied Entities | Wilmington News
Dozens of U.S. universities, including Northwestern, UC Irvine, and UC Berkeley, have accepted millions from Chinese military-linked entities on federal watchlists—over $27 million in the last half of 2025 alone. The Education Department says nearly $405 million has flowed in over time, sparking renewed scrutiny after past administrations hid the data. The Aero Engine Corporation of China, which builds fighter jet engines for China’s military, funneled $7.8 million to three schools—though the exact use remains undisclosed. The State Department warns these ties could trigger federal funding…
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