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

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.