Columbia University is navigating a tumultuous period as it agrees to several demands from the Trump administration to avoid losing $400 million in federal funding, resulting in significant unrest among students and faculty. Key decisions include the implementation of a 36-officer squad with arrest powers and a review of controversial academic departments. The arrests of pro-Palestine activists, including student Yunseo Chung who faces immigration challenges, have intensified tensions. Additionally, recent detainee deaths in police custody add to growing concerns over law enforcement practices in New York City, amid ongoing debates about congestion pricing and the city’s budget.
The PR team at Columbia University faces backlash as it agrees to demands from the Trump administration, risking its funding while enraging students and faculty.
Columbia's decision to implement a squad of officers with arrest authority and review departments has sparked significant outrage among the student body.
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