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Congress Investigates Antisemitism in Philadelphia Schools Post-Hamas Attacks

11/26/2025

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The U.S. House Education and Workforce Committee, led by Rep. Tim Walberg, is investigating antisemitism allegations in the Philadelphia School District and two other districts.
The inquiry follows harassment reports against Jewish students after the October 7, 2023 Hamas attacks, and other districts plan to cooperate.
The committee has requested documents by December 8 to assess compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act.

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Story summary

The U.S. House Education and Workforce Committee, led by Rep. Tim Walberg, is investigating antisemitism allegations in the Philadelphia School District and two other districts.
The inquiry follows harassment reports against Jewish students after the October 7, 2023 Hamas attacks, and other districts plan to cooperate.
The committee has requested documents by December 8 to assess compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act.