The Trump administration has canceled $400 million in federal grants and contracts to Columbia University, citing the institution's inability to protect Jewish students from harassment amidst ongoing protests related to the Gaza war. Education Secretary Linda McMahon indicated that further funding could be cut if Columbia does not strengthen efforts against antisemitism on campus. This decision has sparked debates about free speech and accusations of antisemitism connected to pro-Palestinian demonstrations. Columbia, facing three federal investigations regarding antisemitism, stands to lose additional federal support following this initial round of funding cuts.
The Trump administration announced it had canceled $400 million in federal grants and contracts to Columbia University due to its failure to protect Jewish students from harassment.
Linda McMahon warned that Columbia would face the loss of federal funding if it did not take additional action to combat antisemitism on campus.
The statement issued by federal agencies stated that ongoing protests and antisemitic harassment at Columbia warranted the funding cuts, despite disputes over their classification.
Columbia currently holds over $5 billion in federal grant commitments, and the canceled funds mark the beginning of further actions anticipated by the administration.
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