Congress Initiates Broad Investigation into Antisemitism at Top Universities

Six House committees are scrutinizing federal funding and campus policies at ten major colleges over alleged antisemitic incidents.

Harvard and nine other universities face potential federal funding cuts due to alleged antisemitism.
House committees involved include Education and Workforce, Ways and Means, and Oversight and Accountability.
Investigations focus on violations of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, which mandates protection of minority rights.
Universities have been criticized for inadequate responses to antisemitic harassment and pro-Palestinian protests.
The bipartisan effort aims to ensure safe learning environments and proper use of taxpayer funds.