Northwestern University is expected to close a deal “soon” with the Trump administration, potentially restoring $790 million in frozen federal research funding, according to the U.S. Education Department. The deal could also resolve several government investigations into alleged antisemitism on campus. An agency spokesperson said in a statement that “the parties are negotiating in good faith and making progress.” “We look forward to announcing a final agreement soon that will ensure all students have equal learning opportunities, hiring and admissions decisions are merit-based, and the university once again prioritizes truth seeking and academic excellence,” the statement said. The New York...