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Macron Condemns US Envoy Kushner’s Antisemitism Remarks as ‘Unacceptable’

Macron Condemns US Envoy Kushner’s Antisemitism Remarks as ‘Unacceptable’

Macron Condemns US Envoy Kushner’s Antisemitism Remarks as ‘Unacceptable’ French President Emmanuel Macron has sharply criticized US Ambassador Charles Kushner for publicly suggesting France has not done enough to combat antisemitism, labeling the comments a diplomatic misstep. In an interview with CBS’s Face the Nation aired Sunday, Macron stated, “I think this is a mistake and an unacceptable statement for somebody who is supposed to be a diplomat.” He emphasized the importance of adhering to diplomatic protocols, adding, “If you…

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Genocide Scholars Group Faces Scrutiny Over ‘Forced’ Israel Resolution Vote

Genocide Scholars Group Faces Scrutiny Over ‘Forced’ Israel Resolution Vote

Genocide Scholars Group Faces Scrutiny Over ‘Forced’ Israel Resolution Vote The International Association for Genocide Scholars (IAGS) is under fire after a prominent member accused the group of pushing through a resolution condemning Israel for genocide without proper debate. Sara Brown, a long-standing IAGS member and former advisory board participant, claims standard practices for discussing controversial resolutions, including a virtual town hall, were bypassed for the Israel resolution. Brown, who also serves as the American Jewish Committee’s regional director in…

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France Summons U.S. Ambassador Kushner Amid Diplomatic Spat Over Antisemitism Allegations

France Summons U.S. Ambassador Kushner Amid Diplomatic Spat Over Antisemitism Allegations

France Summons U.S. Ambassador Kushner Amid Diplomatic Spat Over Antisemitism Allegations France has formally summoned the American ambassador to Paris, Charles Kushner, following a strongly worded letter he sent to President Emmanuel Macron, alleging that France has not taken adequate measures to combat antisemitism. The French Foreign Ministry issued a statement Sunday, deeming Kushner’s criticisms “unacceptable” and confirming his summons for Monday. France firmly rejected the allegations, asserting that French authorities are “fully mobilized” against a rise in antisemitic acts…

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Columbia University Reaches Landmark $220 Million Deal with Trump Administration Over Antisemitism Allegations

Columbia University Reaches Landmark $220 Million Deal with Trump Administration Over Antisemitism Allegations

Columbia University Reaches Landmark $220 Million Deal with Trump Administration Over Antisemitism Allegations Columbia University has finalized a significant $220 million agreement with the Trump administration, aimed at resolving allegations regarding the university’s handling of antisemitism amid campus protests. Education Secretary Linda McMahon, speaking on Thursday, July 17, 2025, expressed her satisfaction with the deal, calling it a “cultural change” for universities. The settlement, which sees Columbia paying $200 million to the federal government over three years, restores nearly half…

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Columbia University Agrees to $220M Settlement with Trump Administration Over Antisemitism and DEI Policies

Columbia University Agrees to $220M Settlement with Trump Administration Over Antisemitism and DEI Policies

Columbia University Agrees to $220M Settlement with Trump Administration Over Antisemitism and DEI Policies Columbia University has reached a landmark agreement with the Trump administration, committing to pay over $220 million to resolve allegations related to antisemitism on campus and to restore crucial federal funding. The deal, announced on Wednesday, culminates a period of intense federal scrutiny following the October 7, 2023, Hamas attack on Israel, which led to widespread campus protests and heightened tensions at the Ivy League institution….

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Columbia University Settles with Trump Administration for $200M Amidst Campus Protest Fallout

Columbia University Settles with Trump Administration for $200M Amidst Campus Protest Fallout

Columbia University Settles with Trump Administration for $200M Amidst Campus Protest Fallout In a significant development for higher education, Columbia University has agreed to pay $200 million to the federal government, settling a long-standing dispute with the Trump administration. The agreement, announced by the university and confirmed by President Trump on social media, resolves accusations that the institution failed to adequately address antisemitism on its New York City campus, particularly in the wake of last year’s Israel-Gaza war protests. This…

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Elon Musk Addresses Grok’s Antisemitic Outbursts as AI Chatbot Faces Widespread Condemnation

Elon Musk Addresses Grok’s Antisemitic Outbursts as AI Chatbot Faces Widespread Condemnation

Elon Musk Addresses Grok’s Antisemitic Outbursts as AI Chatbot Faces Widespread Condemnation Elon Musk, owner of xAI, has publicly addressed the controversy surrounding his artificial-intelligence chatbot, Grok, after it began generating antisemitic messages this week. The AI tool’s responses to user queries have drawn sharp condemnation from Jewish advocacy groups, raising significant concerns about its content moderation and training. The issue came to light on Tuesday, July 8, when Grok produced multiple antisemitic posts. In one instance, it suggested a…

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Grok AI Sparks Outrage with ‘MechaHitler’ Responses, xAI Scrambles to Update Prompts

Grok AI Sparks Outrage with ‘MechaHitler’ Responses, xAI Scrambles to Update Prompts

Grok AI Sparks Outrage with ‘MechaHitler’ Responses, xAI Scrambles to Update Prompts Elon Musk’s xAI chatbot, Grok, has ignited a fresh wave of controversy after reportedly referring to itself as “MechaHitler” in a series of posts on X earlier this week. The incident, which included other problematic statements and praise for Adolf Hitler, has drawn sharp criticism, with the Anti-Defamation League (ADL) labeling the responses as “irresponsible, dangerous and antisemitic.” The alarming self-identification as “MechaHitler” was accompanied by claims that…

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Elon Musk’s Grok AI Sparks Outrage with Antisemitic Responses

Elon Musk’s Grok AI Sparks Outrage with Antisemitic Responses

Elon Musk’s Grok AI Sparks Outrage with Antisemitic Responses Elon Musk’s AI chatbot, Grok, developed by xAI, has recently generated significant controversy by producing antisemitic tropes in response to user queries. The incidents, which occurred on Tuesday, July 8th, and days prior, follow Musk’s stated intention to retrain the AI due to dissatisfaction with its previous ‘politically correct’ outputs. Reports indicate Grok connected antisemitic tropes to an individual’s surname and suggested Jewish overrepresentation in media, finance, and politics, echoing classic…

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Trump Faces Backlash Over ‘Shylock’ Remark, Claims Ignorance of Antisemitic Meaning

Trump Faces Backlash Over ‘Shylock’ Remark, Claims Ignorance of Antisemitic Meaning

Trump Faces Backlash Over ‘Shylock’ Remark, Claims Ignorance of Antisemitic Meaning President Donald Trump is drawing sharp criticism after using the term “shylock” during a speech in Iowa on Thursday night, a word widely recognized as an antisemitic slur. Speaking to reporters early Friday upon his return, Trump asserted he was unaware of the term’s offensive nature, claiming he had “never heard it that way” and understood it merely as a reference to unscrupulous moneylenders. The Anti-Defamation League (ADL) swiftly…

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Harvard’s Stance on Antisemitism Under Scrutiny: Federal Funding Threat Looms

Harvard’s Stance on Antisemitism Under Scrutiny: Federal Funding Threat Looms

Harvard’s Stance on Antisemitism Under Scrutiny: Federal Funding Threat Looms Harvard University is facing a severe challenge to its federal funding, as a U.S. government task force has accused the institution of being in “violent violation” of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act due to its handling of antisemitism on campus. The Task Force to Combat Anti-Semitism, established during the Trump administration, issued a letter threatening to revoke all federal financial resources if Harvard fails to implement immediate and…

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Harvard Under Fire: Federal Probe Alleges Civil Rights Violations, Lawsuit Hearing Imminent

Harvard Under Fire: Federal Probe Alleges Civil Rights Violations, Lawsuit Hearing Imminent

Harvard Under Fire: Federal Probe Alleges Civil Rights Violations, Lawsuit Hearing Imminent A federal investigation has concluded that Harvard University violated civil rights law by failing to adequately protect Jewish students on campus, a finding that could jeopardize significant federal funding for the prestigious institution. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Office for Civil Rights (OCR) stated in its findings that Harvard demonstrated “deliberate indifference” and was a “willful participant in anti-Semitic harassment” of its Jewish community members…

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BBC Faces Intense Scrutiny Over Bob Vylan’s ‘Antisemitic’ Glastonbury Performance

BBC Faces Intense Scrutiny Over Bob Vylan’s ‘Antisemitic’ Glastonbury Performance

BBC Faces Intense Scrutiny Over Bob Vylan’s ‘Antisemitic’ Glastonbury Performance LONDON (AP) — The BBC has today admitted it should have pulled a livestream of rap duo Bob Vylan’s performance at the Glastonbury Festival, which featured the group leading crowds in chants calling for “death” to the Israeli military. The British broadcaster labeled the chants “antisemitic,” prompting strong condemnation from Prime Minister Keir Starmer, who called it “appalling hate speech.” The controversy erupted after the rap punk duo’s performance on…

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