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Trump Administration Probes Antisemitism at Cornell University

3/20/2026

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The administration of U.S. President Donald Trump is investigating antisemitism at Cornell University after a settlement ended federal pressure.
The inquiry is led by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) and examines antisemitic discrimination against university workers.
The EEOC has surveyed current and former Cornell employees about antisemitic protests and reporting mechanisms.
Cornell officials confirmed compliance with the EEOC's information request.
Survey responses are due by March 31.

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The administration of U.S. President Donald Trump is investigating antisemitism at Cornell University after a settlement ended federal pressure.
The inquiry is led by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) and examines antisemitic discrimination against university workers.
The EEOC has surveyed current and former Cornell employees about antisemitic protests and reporting mechanisms.
Cornell officials confirmed compliance with the EEOC's information request.
Survey responses are due by March 31.