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Columbia Professors Protest $221M Trump Settlement, Threaten Stoppages

10/6/2025

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On October 5, 2025, nearly 200 Columbia University professors gathered for a lecture and video call to condemn the $221 million settlement with the Trump administration.
They threatened work stoppages in response to the settlement.
The atmosphere contrasted with May demonstrations and a sit-in that led to arrests.
The event underscores ongoing tensions at Columbia University regarding administrative decisions.

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Story summary

On October 5, 2025, nearly 200 Columbia University professors gathered for a lecture and video call to condemn the $221 million settlement with the Trump administration.
They threatened work stoppages in response to the settlement.
The atmosphere contrasted with May demonstrations and a sit-in that led to arrests.
The event underscores ongoing tensions at Columbia University regarding administrative decisions.