Center for Antiracist Research faces scrutiny over layoffs and spending despite major fundraising haul

The Center for Antiracist Research at Boston University recently laid off 19 of 36 staff members.
Ibram X. Kendi, the center's director, said the cuts aimed to support the center's long-term mission rather than financial issues.
The center received over $43 million in pledged donations within its first 10 months of operation.
Critics questioned the layoffs given the successful fundraising and spending on projects like The Emancipator media outlet.
Kendi defended the center's accomplishments but faces scrutiny over its management and culture.