Harvard professor Alan Dershowitz advocates for Trump's "selective defunding," exposing major avenues of fraudulent practices.
Harvard Faces Scrutiny Over Alleged Antisemitism
Law professor emeritus Alan Dershowitz of Harvard University has voiced concerns over the institution's complicity in antisemitism, potentially warranting President Donald Trump's proposed defunding.
In an interview on "The Evening Edit," Dershowitz advocated for action, despite acknowledging that Trump's extreme measure of cutting off all funding may be excessive. He commended efforts to halt Harvard and other schools from fostering antisemitism.
The Trump administration is contemplating terminating federal contracts with Harvard University, amounting to approximately $100 million, following allegations of the institution's engagement in racial discrimination. The General Services Administration has initiated a review of the remaining contracts, considering alternative vendors.
Trade school advocates have welcomed Trump's move to potentially redirect federal funds from Harvard. According to a letter obtained by Fox News, the administration cites Harvard's involvement in race discrimination, including its admissions process and student life.
Dershowitz claimed that Harvard is not only tolerating antisemitism in the Divinity School and the Public Health School, but it is also teaching and fomenting antisemitism. He highlighted two instances of students who, despite engaging in violence and harassment against Jews, were rewarded at the school, one even being named the class marshal at the Divinity School and receiving a $65,000 grant to continue his anti-Israel activities.
Harvard has sued the administration in federal court to restore approximately $3.2 billion in frozen grant funding, following an initial seizure last month. The university's response includes rejecting antisemitism, committing to structural reforms, and implementing task force recommendations.
Senator John Kennedy (R-La.) supports Trump's efforts to engage with Harvard on these issues. Dershowitz endorses targeted defunding as a viable response to pervasive antisemitism on campus. However, tensions persist due to ongoing federal scrutiny and legal challenges.
Sources: Fox News, Danielle Wallace
- Dershowitz, in an interview, advocated for targeted funding withdrawal from Harvard due to alleged antisemitism on campus, suggesting it as a viable response to the issue.
- Trade school advocates have welcomed President Trump's intention to redirect federal funds from Harvard, citing the institution's involvement in race discrimination.
- Online education platforms may gain from potential funding shifts away from traditional institutions like Harvard, offering an alternative for students seeking quality education.
- Amid the current debate on policy and legislation involving education-and-self-development and politics, general news outlets, such as Fox News, have been providing updates on the ongoing issue between Harvard and the Trump administration.
