Columbia University fast-tracks cases against student protesters
Columbia University is under fire from Congress over how it is handling student protesters arrested last year for opposing Israel’s war on Gaza.
The school had initially planned to let most of these students return to campus.
However, after strong pressure from Rep. Virginia Foxx and her committee, Columbia has drastically changed its approach.
Foxx criticized the university, claiming it is too lenient and surrendering to what she called “radical” elements.
In response to Fox’s attack, Columbia has expedited disciplinary hearings, bypassing its usual investigation process.
This means scheduled interviews have been canceled and cases have been fast tracked to the University Judicial Board as a direct result of congressional pressure.
Columbia Law School professor Katherine Franke says the university is caving to pressure from Congress.
Critics argue the university’s actions are unprecedented and unfair.
Advocates highlight the severe repercussions already faced by many students, including interim suspensions and loss of academic privileges.
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