Northwestern University's president Michael Schill will step down amid a fight with the Trump administration over federal research funding.

In an announcement on its website, Northwestern says Schill is stepping down after holding the post for three years. He was the university's 17th president.

“As I reflect on the progress we have made and what lies ahead, I believe now is the right time for new leadership to guide Northwestern into its next chapter,” Schill said. “Therefore, I have decided, in consultation with the leadership of the Board of Trustees, that I will step down as President.”

Schill will stay in his position until an interim president is appointed and brought up to speed, Northwestern said.

Schill's departure comes as the university faces a pause in some $750 million i

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