Meet the Press Meet the Press NOW — May 23
May 23, 2025
Holden Thorp, former chancellor of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, shares his alarming views on the Trump administration's impact on higher education. He discusses the challenges faced by universities under new policies. Shannon Pettypiece, NBC News' senior White House reporter, adds insights on President Trump's tariff threats against Apple and the EU, and their effects on markets. The conversation touches on crucial legal battles affecting international student enrollment, reflecting the intersection of education and political turbulence.
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Smartphone Tariff Impact
- Tariffs will raise smartphone costs significantly if manufacturing moves to the U.S.
- Consumers will likely bear price increases despite presidential hopes companies absorb tariffs.
Harvard Students Face Legal Fear
- Harvard students experienced fear and uncertainty over maintaining legal status due to White House restrictions.
- A senior student described feeling used as "poker chips" in political battles and worried about shattered dreams.
University Funding and Talent Threatened
- U.S. universities rely heavily on international students for talent and funding.
- Current government pressures risk shrinking international enrollment and harming research and finances.