George Washington University Joins List Of Schools Facing DOJ Action Over Antisemitism
The action marks a widening federal scrutiny of American higher education institutions under President Donald Trump's second term.
The Trump administration has launched a civil rights enforcement action against George Washington University (GWU), accusing the Washington, DC-based institution of violating federal civil rights law. In a press statement released on Tuesday, the US Department of Justice (DoJ) alleged that the university had been 'deliberately indifferent to the hostile educational environment for Jewish, American-Israeli, and Israeli students and faculty."
The action marks a widening federal scrutiny of American higher education institutions under President Donald Trump's second term. It follows a series of warnings and investigations into alleged antisemitism and transparency issues at major universities. Just a few days earlier, the administration threatened Harvard University over disclosure of its patents. Other elite institutions, including the University of Pennsylvania, Columbia University, and Brown University, have also come under investigation since Trump returned to office in January 2025.
The charges against GWU stem from incidents during pro-Palestinian campus protests in April and May 2024. The DOJ alleges the university failed to act in response to antisemitic conduct during those events, thus violating Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, which prohibits discrimination based on race, colour, or national origin in federally funded programmes.
The DOJ asserts that university officials did not take appropriate steps to address the fears expressed by affected students. 'Every student has the right to equal educational opportunities without fear of harassment or abuse," Dhillon said.
The university now faces possible legal consequences. However, the DOJ has offered GWU the opportunity to enter a voluntary resolution agreement. According to the letter, the university has until August 22 to reply.
Responding to the developments, GWU spokesperson Shannon McClendon confirmed receipt of the DOJ letter and said the university is currently reviewing it. 'GW condemns antisemitism, which has absolutely no place on our campuses or in a civil and humane society," she stated.
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