University of California Head Sees ‘Dark Shadow’ From Trump Plan

The article discusses the potential impact of the Trump administration's plan on the University of California (UC) system, particularly the University of California at Los Angeles (UCLA). James Milliken, the president of the UC system, expressed concerns about the "dark shadow" cast by the White House's push to impose financial penalties on UCLA. Milliken warned that the plan could have broader implications for the state of California, suggesting that it could jeopardize the UC system's ability to fulfill its mission of providing high-quality education and research. The article does not provide further details on the specific nature of the White House's plan or the reasons behind it. The article highlights the growing tension between the UC system and the Trump administration, with the UC president voicing his apprehension about the potential consequences of the administration's actions on the university and the state as a whole.