Anti-Israel protesters clash with police on college campuses, Senate passes foreign aid for Israel and Ukraine, investigations reveal plagiarism by DEI college officials. Political figures' responses, university campus disruptions, Senate vote on military aid package and TikTok controversy, investigative report on plagiarism in DEI programs at UCLA School of Medicine.
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Anti-Israel protests spark controversy on college campuses with differing responses from Biden and Trump.
Senate advances $95 billion funding package for military aid to Ukraine, Taiwan, and Israel, including provision to force TikTok's sale.
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President Biden and Former President Trump's Responses to Anti-Israel Protests
President Biden and former President Trump have both responded to anti-Israel protests on college campuses. Biden condemned both anti-Semitism and those not understanding the Palestinian situation, drawing parallels to Trump's comments on Charlottesville. In contrast, Trump specifically condemned anti-Semitism at colleges, criticizing Biden's handling of pro and anti-Israel factions. Republicans have united against the protests, calling for Columbia University's president's resignation, while some Democrats, like AOC and Ilhan Omar, have shown support.
Senate's $95 Billion Funding Package Including Aid to Ukraine and Israel
The Senate voted to advance a $95 billion funding package providing military aid to Ukraine, Taiwan, and Israel. The bill, likely to pass with Biden's approval, includes $60 billion for Ukraine's fight against Russia, $8 billion for Taiwan, and $26 billion for Israel. Controversy surrounds aid to Gaza due to reports of Hamas seizing supplies. The bill features a provision to force TikTok's sale within nine months over its ties to the Chinese government, drawing mixed reactions.
Plagiarism in DEI Programs at UCLA Medical School
Investigations reveal plagiarism by academics involved in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs at UCLA School of Medicine. The programs faced scrutiny for ideological teachings and segregation plans based on race. Natalie Perry, a DEI official, plagiarized extensively in her 2014 PhD dissertation, copying paragraphs without attributions or quotes. Despite red flags, UVA approved her PhD, and UCLA hired her, raising questions about standards in race-focused academic work.
Anti-Israel protesters clash with police on college campuses, foreign aid for Israel and Ukraine crosses a critical hurdle in the Senate, and new investigations uncover more evidence of plagiarism by DEI college officials. Get the facts first with Morning Wire.
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