The article discusses recent threats from the Trump administration against universities and news outlets, particularly focusing on the impact these actions have on journalism schools and their students. Federal funding cuts target institutions perceived to harbor antisemitism, while public broadcasting subsidies are also at risk for allegedly propagating 'radical' ideologies. This creates a chilling effect on student journalists, especially noncitizens covering sensitive topics like Palestinian rights, as highlighted by recent incidents of intimidation against dissenting voices.
President Trump has threatened colleges across the country with federal funding cuts, particularly targeting programs perceived as having 'records of antisemitism', which aims to silence discussions around Israel.
These attack lines of 'radical' and 'woke' are commonly wielded by Trump and his allies to undermine journalists, creating a hostile environment for student journalism.
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