Trump Administration Warns 60 Universities Over Antisemitism Investigations
Federal funding is at risk for institutions failing to protect Jewish students under Title VI of the Civil Rights Act.
- The Department of Education sent letters to 60 universities warning of enforcement actions if they fail to address antisemitic harassment and discrimination on campus.
- Institutions under investigation include Ivy League schools, major public universities, and other prominent colleges across the United States.
- Last week, the administration revoked $400 million in federal grants to Columbia University, citing inadequate action to protect Jewish students.
- The investigations are tied to Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, which prohibits discrimination based on race, color, or national origin, including shared Jewish ancestry.
- Secretary of Education Linda McMahon emphasized that federal funding is contingent on adherence to anti-discrimination laws and called for universities to ensure the safety and inclusion of Jewish students.