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Trump's Antisemitism Allegations Threaten Academic Freedom

4/30/2025

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Donald Trump faces allegations of exploiting antisemitism to stifle academic freedom and exert influence over universities. The U.S. House Committee has condemned Cal Poly for not safeguarding Jewish students during a surge in antisemitism. Meanwhile, the Antisemitism Awareness Act seeks to legally define antisemitism, sparking fears about free speech and its potential political manipulation.

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Donald Trump faces allegations of exploiting antisemitism to stifle academic freedom and exert influence over universities. The U.S. House Committee has condemned Cal Poly for not safeguarding Jewish students during a surge in antisemitism. Meanwhile, the Antisemitism Awareness Act seeks to legally define antisemitism, sparking fears about free speech and its potential political manipulation.