It’s true that Harvard University has produced a significant number of individuals who have gone on to prominent roles in American politics, including within the Republican Party.1 Here are some notable examples, with a focus on those who have served in recent administrations:
- Notable GOP Figures with Harvard Ties:
- Ted Cruz: U.S. Senator from Texas.2 He is a graduate of Harvard Law School.
- Tom Cotton: U.S. Senator from Arkansas. He also graduated from Harvard Law School.
- Ron DeSantis: Governor of Florida. He is a Harvard Law School graduate.
- Michael Pompeo: Former U.S. Secretary of State and Director of the CIA. He is a Harvard Law School graduate.
- Rod Rosenstein: Served as Deputy Attorney General and is also a Harvard Law School graduate.
- Alexander Acosta: Served as Secretary of Labor and is a Harvard Law School alumnus.
- Harvard Alumni in Past Administrations:
- It is important to note that many members of past administrations have attended Harvard. For example, during the Trump administration, there were numerous harvard alumni.
- To give some examples:
- Jared Kushner, who was a senior advisor to Donald Trump, graduated from Harvard College.
- Many people who served in the Trump administration held Harvard law degrees.
It’s important to recognize that a Harvard education doesn’t dictate political affiliation.
GOP figures, including Trump administration members, with Harvard degrees, criticizing the institution’s tax status reveals a stark political hypocrisy.