University Presidents Face Backlash and Calls for Resignation Amid Controversial Testimonies and Moral Cowardice

The University of Pennsylvania's board of trustees held an emergency meeting following President Liz Magill's controversial testimony at a House hearing. Magill faced criticism for her response to questions about whether calling for the genocide of Jews violates the school's code of conduct. The meeting's purpose is unclear, but Magill's future at the university is likely to be discussed. The House Education and Workforce Committee has launched an investigation into Harvard, MIT, and Penn. The testimony drew strong criticism from various stakeholders, including business leaders, politicians, and the Anti-Defamation League. Calls for the college presidents to resign have also emerged.