Columbia University Moves to Meet Trump Administration Demands in Federal Funding Standoff

Facing the loss of $400 million in federal funding, Columbia prepares to comply with conditions targeting campus protests and academic policies.

The Trump administration froze $400 million in federal funding to Columbia University, citing its handling of anti-Israel protests and alleged antisemitism.
Columbia is reportedly preparing to meet demands that include disciplining pro-Palestinian protesters, revising admissions policies, and placing an academic department under external control.
Critics argue the administration's actions threaten academic freedom and violate constitutional protections, while legal experts question the legality of the demands.
The administration has expanded its campaign to other universities, freezing $175 million in funding to the University of Pennsylvania and launching investigations into alleged antisemitism at multiple institutions.
The recent arrest of Mahmoud Khalil, a former Columbia student and pro-Palestinian activist, has added to the controversy surrounding the administration's actions.