Columbia University settled a federal investigation into antisemitism by agreeing to pay over $220 million, restoring federal funds. This settlement allows for greater federal oversight of university practices, including the hiring of new faculty in Jewish studies and ensuring academic balance. Columbia contrasted with Harvard, which has lost significant funding in an ongoing legal battle. The settlement includes provisions for auditing hiring, admissions, and disciplinary data, raising concerns about university independence. President Trump announced this milestone deal as an essential component of his higher education policy agenda.
The Trump administration's milestone settlement with Columbia promises to bring stability to a university in crisis and delivers a crucial win to President Donald Trump in his campaign to reshape higher education.
Columbia agreed Wednesday to pay more than $220 million to the federal government to restore federal research money that was canceled in the name of combating antisemitism on campus.
The Columbia deal raises questions about university independence as the school submits to closer federal oversight, including the hiring of new faculty in Jewish studies and a review of academics.
The settlement requires hiring, admission, and discipline data to be audited for compliance, marking a significant shift in the relationship between universities and federal oversight.
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