Harvard University Faces Subpoena in House Antisemitism Probe
The House Education Committee has issued subpoenas to Harvard officials in a groundbreaking investigation into antisemitism, raising concerns over academic freedom.
- Harvard University is under scrutiny by the House Education Committee for its handling of antisemitism on campus, with a subpoena deadline looming.
- The investigation was sparked by incidents following Hamas's attack on Israel and a controversial letter signed by student groups blaming Israel.
- Education Chairwoman Virginia Foxx criticizes Harvard's response to the probe, demanding action over words in combating campus antisemitism.
- Academic experts warn the investigation could have a chilling effect on academic freedom, viewing it as part of a broader conservative attack on higher education.
- Students from elite universities, including Harvard, express fear and call for action against rising antisemitism on campuses in a Capitol Hill discussion.