Jewish faculty at UC Berkeley are expressing strong support for Chancellor Rich Lyons before his appearance at a congressional committee investigating campus antisemitism. The committee is reviewing allegations related to how universities managed pro-Palestinian protests since late 2023. Berkeley faces federal investigations for potential civil rights violations against Jewish individuals. A letter from 82 Jewish faculty members reassures that the campus is largely safe for Jews despite some threats. They commend the administration for balancing safety and free speech, countering claims of an antisemitic environment.
The House Education & Workforce Committee will interrogate university leaders regarding their response to pro-Palestinian protests and allegations of anti-Jewish hatred since late 2023.
82 Jewish UC Berkeley faculty members sent a letter to affirm that they feel secure on campus and support the administration's efforts to balance safety with free speech.
The letter emphasized that despite some moments of unease and physical threats, the overall environment at UC Berkeley remains safe for Jewish individuals.
A UC union and faculty association condemned the congressional hearing as an attempt by Trump administration allies to undermine the university's commitment to free speech.
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