Fourteen lawmakers warned Harvard's president against settling with the Trump administration, citing potential congressional oversight.
Quiver AI Summary
Fourteen bipartisan members of Congress, including Reps. Sam Liccardo and Raul Ruiz, have sent a letter to Harvard President Dr. Alan M. Garber expressing concerns over a potential financial settlement with the Trump administration. They warn that such a deal could trigger extensive Congressional oversight based on similar actions involving other institutions.
The letter reflects apprehension about the erosion of academic independence and integrity, with Rep. Liccardo stating, "Capitulating to political power violates the core values that Harvard represents." The signers emphasize that yielding to political demands undermines the mission of academic institutions.
Furthermore, the legislators assert their commitment to protecting academic freedom, urging Harvard to resist political pressure. Congressman Garamendi added that these institutions must remain free from political interference to foster the vital exchange of ideas necessary for democracy.
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Sam Liccardo Net Worth
Quiver Quantitative estimates that Sam Liccardo is worth $8.1M, as of August 1st, 2025. This is the 109th highest net worth in Congress, per our live estimates.
Liccardo has approximately $594.6K invested in publicly traded assets which Quiver is able to track live.
You can track Sam Liccardo's net worth on Quiver Quantitative's politician page for Liccardo.
Sam Liccardo Bill Proposals
Here are some bills which have recently been proposed by Sam Liccardo:
- H.R.4810: To designate an environmental review procedure for certain assistance administered by the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development.
- H.R.4568: Supporting Upgraded Property Projects and Lending for Yards (SUPPLY) Act
- H.R.4479: To amend the National Housing Act to direct the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development to establish a program to insure certain second liens secured against property for the purpose of financing the construction of an accessory dwelling unit, and for other purposes.
- H.R.4274: Remittance Expense Minimization and Integrity for Transfers Act
- H.R.3454: Protecting Our Constitution and Communities Act
- H.R.2371: Scarper Ridge Golden Gate National Recreation Area Boundary Adjustment Act
You can track bills proposed by Sam Liccardo on Quiver Quantitative's politician page for Liccardo.
Sam Liccardo Fundraising
Sam Liccardo recently disclosed $442.9K of fundraising in a Q2 FEC disclosure filed on July 15th, 2025. This was the 189th most from all Q2 reports we have seen this year. 75.0% came from individual donors.
Liccardo disclosed $369.2K of spending. This was the 128th most from all Q2 reports we have seen from politicians so far this year.
Liccardo disclosed $1.5M of cash on hand at the end of the filing period. This was the 204th most from all Q2 reports we have seen this year.
You can see the disclosure here, or track Sam Liccardo's fundraising on Quiver Quantitative.
