Education Secretary Linda McMahon announced a $220 million settlement with Columbia University, resolving allegations of antisemitism and inadequate protection of Jewish students. The deal, hailed as a victory by McMahon and the Trump administration, includes measures to ensure campus safety and a "level playing field." While McMahon claims the agreement protects academic freedom, critics, including some Jewish students, argue it doesn't go far enough. The settlement also involves compliance with admissions and hiring practices, effectively banning DEI policies at the university. Similar negotiations are underway with Harvard University.

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