Trump Signs Executive Order Targeting Antisemitism on College Campuses

The order directs federal agencies to address antisemitism, including deporting foreign students who support terrorist organizations.

President Trump issued an executive order mandating federal agencies to combat antisemitism on college campuses using legal tools, including deportation of foreign students involved in unlawful antisemitic activities.
The order builds on a 2019 directive from Trump’s first term, which was largely ignored by the Biden administration, and requires agencies to report actions taken within 60 days.
The directive specifically targets foreign students who engage in harassment, vandalism, or support for terrorist organizations like Hamas, citing a rise in antisemitic incidents since October 2023.
Critics, including the ACLU, argue that the order could suppress free speech and lead to unconstitutional immigration enforcement based on protected political expression.
The order aligns with recommendations from conservative groups like the Heritage Foundation’s 'Project Esther,' which calls for broader measures against pro-Palestinian activism.