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University Presidents Questioned on Campus Antisemitism at Heated Congressional Hearing

House Republicans scrutinized leaders of DePaul, Haverford, and Cal Poly over their handling of antisemitic incidents, with funding threats and transparency demands taking center stage.

FILE - Protesters face off with Chicago police across the street from DePaul University in Chicago, May 16, 2024. (AP Photo/Teresa Crawford, file)
FILE- Pro-Palestinian protesters demonstrate on the campus of DePaul University, April 30, 2024, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast, file)
President of Haverford College Wendy Raymond and President of DePaul University Robert Manuel testify during a hearing before the House Education and Workforce Committee at the Rayburn House Office Building on May 7, 2025 in Washington, DC. (Alex Wong/Getty Images)
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Overview

  • The House Education and Workforce Committee held its ninth hearing on campus antisemitism, featuring testimony from the presidents of DePaul University, Haverford College, and California Polytechnic State University.
  • DePaul President Robert Manuel apologized for harm to Jewish students and outlined measures including suspensions of pro-Palestinian groups, a task force on antisemitism, and enhanced campus security.
  • Haverford President Wendy Raymond faced criticism for refusing to disclose details of disciplinary actions, prompting Republican lawmakers to threaten federal funding cuts for lack of transparency.
  • Cal Poly President Jeffrey Armstrong emphasized swift disciplinary actions and police involvement in cases of antisemitism or harassment on campus.
  • Democratic lawmakers accused Republicans of using the hearings as political theater, arguing that broader civil rights enforcement is being neglected in favor of partisan agendas.