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UC Bans Student Boycotts Against Israel Amid Funding Ties

7/3/2025

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In a bold move, the University of California has prohibited student governments from boycotting Israel, aligning with a directive from the Trump administration that ties such actions to federal funding. UC President Michael Drake stressed the importance of following financial policies, while student clubs retain their freedom to express political views.

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In a bold move, the University of California has prohibited student governments from boycotting Israel, aligning with a directive from the Trump administration that ties such actions to federal funding. UC President Michael Drake stressed the importance of following financial policies, while student clubs retain their freedom to express political views.