Trump Administration Cuts $400M in Federal Funding to Columbia University Over Antisemitism Concerns

The decision follows allegations of insufficient action against antisemitic incidents on campus, sparking debate over free speech and federal intervention.

The Trump administration announced the withdrawal of $400 million in federal grants and contracts from Columbia University, citing inadequate efforts to address antisemitism on campus.
This move is part of a broader federal crackdown on alleged antisemitism in higher education, with investigations targeting additional universities, including Berkeley and Northwestern.
Columbia's leadership stated a commitment to combating antisemitism and working with federal authorities, despite criticism from some faculty and students over the administration's approach.
Critics of the funding cut argue that it conflates anti-Zionism with antisemitism and suppresses free speech, with some faculty and students accusing the university of over-policing dissent.
Supporters of the decision applaud the administration's firm stance against antisemitism, asserting that universities must comply with federal anti-discrimination laws to retain public funding.