Trump Administration Cuts Columbia University's Federal Funding Over Antisemitism Concerns

The decision follows allegations of inadequate responses to antisemitism and pro-Palestinian protests on campus, sparking debates over free speech and federal intervention.

The Trump administration announced the cancellation of $400 million in federal grants and contracts to Columbia University, citing failures to address antisemitism on campus.
The Department of Education is investigating multiple universities, including Columbia, for alleged violations of federal antidiscrimination laws tied to Jewish students' safety.
Columbia's interim president pledged to work with the federal government to address concerns, reaffirming the university's commitment to combating antisemitism.
Critics argue the funding cut conflates antisemitism with anti-Zionist and pro-Palestinian activism, raising concerns about stifling free speech and dissent on campuses.
The move is part of a broader Trump administration effort to address what it describes as a rise in antisemitism and to enforce compliance with federal guidelines at educational institutions.