Columbia’s Accreditation at Risk Over Anti-Semitism Claims

Education Secretary Linda McMahon alleges Columbia violated Title VI by ignoring anti-Semitic incidents after Hamas’ October 7, 2023, attacks, prompting the Department of Education to notify the Middle States Commission of Higher Education.

Withdrawing accreditation would immediately cut off federal funds, grants, and loans, dealing a significant blow to the Ivy League institution.

Critics argue the move is politically motivated and aimed at silencing left-leaning universities.

Earlier this year, Columbia saw $400 million of its funding reviewed and agreed to define anti-Semitism and tighten protest oversight.

The university insists it is collaborating with authorities to combat campus anti-Semitism.