Operation Shakedown marks an intensified effort by the Trump administration against elite universities, notably Harvard and Columbia, under the guise of protecting Jewish students from antisemitism. Following substantial concessions from Columbia, Harvard is now similarly warned, indicating a broader strategy to undermine educational institutions that resist political pressure. This crackdown extends beyond antisemitism, extending to deportations of international students involved in pro-Palestinian movements. Notably, figures like Christopher Rufo are driving this agenda, advocating for a reconfiguration of university policies to align with conservative ideologies.
The crackdown on elite universities by the Trump administration is a significant escalation, focusing on their alleged failure to protect Jewish students from rising antisemitism.
The situation with Columbia University illustrates a potential turning point, showing how institutions may capitulate under pressure, raising concerns about institutional integrity.
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