Federal Investigations Expand to 6 Additional Schools for Discrimination Amid Israel-Hamas War

The Department of Education is investigating six additional schools, including Montana State University, Tulane University, and Union College, for alleged discrimination amid the Israel-Hamas war. The investigations, opened by the DOE's Office for Civil Rights, focus on cases of discrimination related to shared ancestry. The Biden administration emphasizes the importance of protecting students from hatred and discrimination and takes these investigations seriously. The investigations were prompted by incidents such as a pro-Palestinian protest near Tulane University, where several people were arrested after three individuals were assaulted. The universities involved have expressed their commitment to addressing the incidents and creating a discrimination-free environment for all students.