Education Secretary Cardona Faces Intense Scrutiny Over Title IX Changes and Anti-Semitism Allegations
During heated congressional hearings, Miguel Cardona was questioned on new Title IX gender identity rules and his stance on anti-Semitic incidents on campuses.
- Cardona avoided direct answers on whether his policies would force girls to share bathrooms with boys, amid discussions on gender identity protections.
- Lawmakers criticized the education secretary for not condemning universities that might sever ties with Jewish organizations like Hillel.
- The new Title IX regulations classify 'gender identity' as a protected category, sparking legal and ethical debates nationwide.
- Anti-Israel protests and demands for universities to cut ties with Israeli and Jewish organizations have intensified, with Cardona’s responses remaining non-committal.
- Congressional members expressed concerns over the safety and fairness in sports and educational settings due to the administration's policies.