A Trump administration investigation has found Harvard University in “violent violation” of the Civil Rights Act, once more escalating its battle with the school days after President Donald Trump suggested a deal was in sight to end its targeting of the university.

The Trump administration has intensified its battle with Harvard University. It has taken a legal step that could jeopardize all of Harvard's federal funding, including its ability to accept federal student loans or grants.

The university had recently restarted talks with the White House regarding a potential deal after months of fighting in court.