Antisemitism

UCLA Wins Court Battle: $500 Million in Federal Research Grants Reinstated Amid Controversy Over Antisemitism Claims

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A federal court in California granted a significant financial reprieve to the University of California, Los Angeles, late Monday, reinstating approximately $500 million in federal research grants. This decision comes amid an ongoing legal battle with the Trump administration, which has accused the university of antisemitism on campus. The preliminary injunction, first reported by multiple outlets, reinstates over 500 grants from agencies such as the National Institutes of Health, the Department of Defense, and the Department of Labor. This ruling allows hundreds, possibly thousands, of UCLA researchers to continue their work. This comes after a … Read more

Controversial Past: DOJ Lawyer’s Harvard Essay on Hitler Sparks Debate Amid Antisemitism Claims

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BOSTON — A recent court proceeding highlighted the actions of a Department of Justice lawyer, drawing attention to a contentious episode from his time at Harvard University. Michael Velchik, currently involved in a case that accuses Harvard of tolerating antisemitic behavior on its campus, previously faced scrutiny for an essay he wrote as an undergraduate, in which he adopted the persona of Adolf Hitler. During a Latin class assignment in his senior year, Velchik chose to explore Hitler’s viewpoint, a decision that resulted in his professor rejecting the submission and requiring him to select a … Read more

State Legislation Sparks Controversy: New Antisemitism Definitions Shift Campus Dynamics Across the U.S.

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Kansas has become the latest state to implement sweeping legislation regulating protests, specifically targeting the use of masks at events opposing Israel. This law underscores a growing trend across the U.S. as states craft measures addressing antisemitism and the criticism of Israel. In parallel, Florida’s state university system is mandating a review of course materials that discuss topics such as Israeli and Palestinian issues, a move framed as part of its new legislation combating antisemitism. Meanwhile, Oklahoma has established requirements for public schools to appoint coordinators who will investigate instances of antisemitic discrimination. These legislative … Read more

Harvard Professors Sue Trump Administration Over Federal Funding Threats Amid Antisemitism Controversy

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CAMBRIDGE, Mass. — Harvard University professors have initiated legal action against the federal government, challenging what they describe as coercive measures targeting the institution over allegations of insufficient action against antisemitism on its campus. The controversy escalates as the Trump administration has recently focused on reforming universities it deems overly liberal, particularly in light of recent national protests and international tensions. The lawsuit filed in the Federal District Court in Massachusetts comes after the administration threatened to withhold approximately $9 billion in federal funding from Harvard. These funds are crucial for the university’s research and … Read more