Trump task force cuts funding to Columbia University

The Trump administration's Joint Task Force to Combat Antisemitism has begun enforcing accountability for U.S. colleges, starting with Columbia University, which faces $400 million in federal funding cuts for failing to address antisemitism on campus. The task force will assess schools based on criteria related to protecting Jewish students, including examining hate crimes and compliance with civil rights laws. This follows recent protests at Columbia and Barnard College, highlighting ongoing concerns about antisemitism. Columbia's interim president stated the university is committed to addressing the government's concerns and combating antisemitism. The task force emphasizes that schools must demonstrate genuine efforts to protect Jewish students without relying solely on federal funding.