Lawmakers question university presidents about alleged incidents of anti-Semitism, senator lifts hold on military nominations, house explosion in Arlington, hearing on protecting female athletics and Title IX
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Lawmakers questioned university presidents about their response to anti-Semitism on campuses.
Alabama Senator Tuberville dropped his hold on military nominations due to frustration over lack of public input.
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University Presidents questioned about response to anti-Semitism on campuses
Lawmakers in congress questioned university presidents from Harvard, UPenn, and MIT about their response to alleged incidents of anti-Semitism on their campuses. During the hearing, lawmakers demanded an explanation of the steps taken to mitigate hate on campus. Harvard's president faced tough questioning regarding protected free speech on campus, particularly related to speech that promotes the genocide of Jews and the elimination of Israel.
Senator Tuberville drops hold on military nominations
Alabama Senator Tommy Tuberville announced that he is dropping his hold on hundreds of military nominations. The senator had been blocking nominations in protest of the defense department's policy of reimbursing service members for travel costs related to abortion procedures. Tuberville stated that the outcome was a draw, as neither side got what they wanted, and expressed frustration that the American people didn't get a voice in the matter.