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Critics Call for Closure of Middle Eastern Studies Programs

12/24/2025

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Critics demand shutting down Middle Eastern studies departments at U.S. universities over foreign influence and radicalization concerns.
They argue these programs are funded by Saudi Arabia and Qatar, compromising academic integrity.
They claim students are indoctrinated to view Israel negatively and sympathize with terrorist organizations.
Columbia University and Princeton University faculty have faced scrutiny for alleged biases.
Advocates for closure demand audits of funding sources and curricula.

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Critics demand shutting down Middle Eastern studies departments at U.S. universities over foreign influence and radicalization concerns.
They argue these programs are funded by Saudi Arabia and Qatar, compromising academic integrity.
They claim students are indoctrinated to view Israel negatively and sympathize with terrorist organizations.
Columbia University and Princeton University faculty have faced scrutiny for alleged biases.
Advocates for closure demand audits of funding sources and curricula.