The cut, and more uncertainty over federal grants, come as the historically Black university faces a financial shortfall.

TSU is facing a financial crisis due to losing over $14 million in federal funding, impacting jobs and scholarships.

Tennessee State University, which has already been experiencing financial hardship, has been affected by the suspension of millions in federal grants.

Tennessee State University could lose at least $14.4 million in grant funding due to the Trump administration's aggressive spending cuts, university leaders told board members this week. Why it matters: Losing grant funding would further complicate TSU's efforts to recover from a crushing financial crisis.