Trump Administration Threatens to Strip Columbia University of Accreditation

Columbia University Faces Accreditation Threat Over Alleged Antisemitism Columbia University is facing a potential loss of accreditation after the Trump administration accused the university of violating Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. The Department of Education and the Department of Health and Human Services' Office for Civil Rights (HHS OCR) jointly investigated allegations of antisemitism on campus. Their findings indicate that Columbia University displayed "deliberate indifference" towards the harassment of Jewish students during protests related to the conflict between Israel and Palestine. The Education Department's press release stated that Columbia "failed to meaningfully protect Jewish students against severe and pervasive harassment." This decision could result in the university losing its federal funding and eligibility for student aid programs. The university's response and the potential impact on students remain to be seen. The incident highlights ongoing concerns about antisemitism on college campuses and the complexities of balancing free speech with the protection of students from harassment.