Trump Threatens Universities Over Antisemitism Claims

During a speech to Jewish donors in Las Vegas, Donald Trump vowed that U.S. universities promoting what he termed 'antisemitic propaganda' would lose their federal accreditation and funding if he is elected president. His remarks follow recent campus protests against Israel's military actions in Gaza, which some Republicans have claimed reflect antisemitic sentiments. Trump also expressed his intent to ban refugee resettlement from areas he labeled as 'terror-infested' and to arrest individuals he associates with pro-Hamas protests. He criticized Democratic candidate Kamala Harris, predicting dire consequences for Israel should she assume the presidency, a claim her campaign refutes by highlighting her longstanding support for Israel. Trump's statements align with his broader national security and immigration policies aimed at reassuring Jewish voters. The controversy surrounding the protests reflects a deeper political divide over the interpretation of anti-Israel sentiments.