Columbia University Faces Federal Scrutiny Over Compliance with Anti-Discrimination Reforms

The Trump administration monitors Columbia's adherence to mandated policy changes, while internal dissent and fears of retaliation grow on campus.

Columbia University has committed to implementing federal-mandated reforms, including a mask ban and stricter protest regulations, to regain $400 million in revoked funding.
Interim President Katrina Armstrong publicly affirmed her support for the reforms after earlier mixed messaging to faculty about their significance.
The Trump administration is closely monitoring compliance but has not set a timeline for restoring the university's funding.
Faculty and students have criticized the reforms, citing concerns over academic freedom, free speech, and a chilling effect on campus activism.
Arrests and deportations of international students involved in protests have intensified tensions, deterring further demonstrations.