Trump signs order aimed at anti-Semitism in universities

United States President Donald Trump signed an executive order last Wednesday targeting what his administration describes as a growing problem with anti-Semitic harassment on college campuses, writes Kevin Freking for Associated Press.

Trump has sought to closely align himself with Israel, a move that appeals to many evangelical voters, too. He said that the order sends a message to universities: “If you want to accept the tremendous amount of federal dollars that you get every year, you must reject anti-Semitism. It’s very simple,” Trump said.

Under the order, the Department of Education will consider the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance’s definition of anti-Semitism – which can include criticism of Israel – when evaluating discrimination complaints under Title VI of the Civil Rights Act. The department could withhold funding from colleges that it finds in violation of Title VI.
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