In a strong move against anti-Semitism, President Donald Trump has announced a new executive order targeting foreign students who participated in pro-Hamas protests on U.S. college campuses.
The order calls for the deportation of resident aliens, including students on visas, who violated laws during demonstrations following the October 7, 2023, attacks on Israel.
Tackling Anti-Semitic Threats and Radicalism
Trump emphasized that his administration will take a tough stance on individuals involved in violent protests, stating he would direct the Justice Department to “aggressively prosecute terroristic threats, arson, vandalism, and violence against American Jews.”
He added a clear warning: “To all the resident aliens who joined in the pro-jihadist protests, we put you on notice…we will find you, and we will deport you.”
He also announced plans to revoke the student visas of those showing support for Hamas, calling campuses increasingly “infested with radicalism.”
A Broader Crackdown on Radicalism in Education
The latest order is part of a broader crackdown by Trump to address anti-Semitism, particularly on university campuses.
Following the Israel-Hamas war, numerous universities, especially Columbia University, became sites of pro-Palestinian protests, where students demanded their schools sever ties with Israel and called for the U.S. to end military support for the country.
The order also requires federal agencies to provide the White House with recommendations on how to better identify anti-Semitic threats within 60 days.
Trump’s Campaign to Combat Anti-Semitism Continues
This order is Trump’s second executive action on anti-Semitism, with a previous order last week addressing the removal of foreign visa holders who support terrorism or pose national security threats.
The former president had promised in the past, particularly during rallies, to take firm action against foreign nationals attempting to bring “jihadism or anti-Semitism” to U.S. campuses.
Universities Facing Scrutiny and Accountability
Trump’s focus on anti-Semitic protests has also sparked major debates in the political landscape.
Republicans have criticized college demonstrations as signs of liberal bias, pushing for action to prevent such protests from threatening the safety and values of American education.
In response to the protests, several high-profile university presidents resigned, and a Congressional hearing raised questions about whether universities’ codes of conduct should specifically address support for violence against Jews.
The Fallout of Campus Protests and U.S. Policy on Anti-Semitism
With the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas now in place, protests on U.S. campuses have cooled, but the fallout continues.
Trump’s new order signals a commitment to ensuring that America’s universities remain free of radical influences, while continuing to hold foreign nationals accountable for anti-Semitic actions.
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