Trump Administration Forms Task Force to Combat Antisemitism, Pressures Elite Universities with Funding Threats on April 15, 2025

The Trump administration is exerting increased financial pressure on elite universities to address antisemitism on campuses. A newly formed task force is at the center of this initiative, reportedly using threats of funding cuts to compel broader changes within these institutions. University administrators have expressed concern about the unprecedented demands being placed on them, which some view as an attempt to undermine the autonomy of universities. This approach has sparked significant debate regarding the balance between combating antisemitism and preserving academic freedom.