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Trump Administration Targets Campus Antisemitism Nationwide
In a bold move to uphold the values of faith, freedom, and family, a newly established task force under the leadership of President Trump is taking decisive action against the alarming rise of antisemitism on American university campuses. This initiative is a testament to the administration’s commitment to safeguarding the principles that define our great nation.
The task force is set to scrutinize ten universities, including the prestigious Columbia and Harvard, which have been identified as hotspots for antisemitic activities since October 7, 2023. These institutions may face significant federal funding cuts if found complicit in allowing “illegal protests” that threaten the safety and dignity of Jewish students. President Trump made it clear on his Truth Social platform that such behavior will not be tolerated, stating, “All Federal Funding will STOP for any College, School, or University that allows illegal protests.”
The U.S. Department of Justice has announced that the task force will engage with university officials, students, staff, and local law enforcement to assess the situation and determine if remedial actions are necessary. This comprehensive review could result in halting the $5 billion in federal grant commitments to Columbia University due to the institution’s “ongoing inaction in the face of relentless harassment of Jewish students.”
A joint statement from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Department of Education, and the General Services Administration confirmed the federal government’s resolve to combat antisemitism. They are considering halting $51.4 million worth of contracts with Columbia University, highlighting the administration’s dedication to ensuring that taxpayer dollars are not used to support institutions that fail to protect their students.
Columbia University, in response, issued a statement affirming their commitment to combatting antisemitism and all forms of discrimination. They expressed their intent to work with the federal administration to ensure the safety and wellbeing of their community. However, the reality on the ground tells a different story. Anti-Israel protesters recently invaded a campus building at Barnard College, an affiliate of Columbia, causing injuries and significant damage.
Barnard College President Laura Ann Rosenbury condemned the disruption as a “calculated act of intimidation” and emphasized the need to protect the campus community from such divisive actions. This sentiment resonates with the values of individual responsibility and respect for others that are foundational to a moral society.
Linda McMahon, the new Secretary of Education, has been vocal about the need to end intimidation and hatred on campuses. She stated, “Americans have watched in horror for more than a year now, as Jewish students have been assaulted and harassed on elite university campuses.” Her leadership underscores the importance of holding institutions accountable to their responsibility to protect all students from discrimination.
This initiative by the Trump administration is a powerful reminder of the need to uphold traditional values and ensure that our educational institutions remain bastions of learning and respect. As we stand firm in our faith and commitment to freedom, we must continue to support efforts that defend the rights and dignity of every individual, fostering a society that reflects the biblical principles upon which our nation was founded.
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- Children in impoverished areas face greater risk of leprosy due to overseas aid cuts, with stigma and isolation compounding their suffering.
- The Leprosy Mission warns that funding reductions hinder early detection and treatment efforts, leaving more cases undetected, especially among children.
- Christian advocates emphasize a duty to compassionately serve and restore every child affected, reflecting Christ’s call to love and action.
Young lives are diminished by leprosy when funding falters and support systems weaken, especially in underserved communities. Scarce resources mean children are denied opportunities for treatment, education, and acceptance, in direct opposition to our calling to uplift the vulnerable.
The Leprosy Mission is raising awareness during World Leprosy Day, urging believers and leaders to stand united for hope and healing. Community outreach and Christ-centered compassion are vital to end both the disease and its devastating stigma.
“The physical damage to young bodies is devastating — nerve damage, disability and pain. But the emotional damage is even deeper,” said Peter Waddup, chief executive of The Leprosy Mission Great Britain.
“Leprosy has become increasingly hidden. Hidden children and hidden suffering. Hidden because governments don’t prioritise it and overstretched health systems cannot keep up.”
“At The Leprosy Mission, we believe every child is created by God, known by name and born to be loved. Where there is suffering, we have a shared responsibility to respond with compassion.”
He added, “In the name of Jesus, we can spare Generation Alpha from leprosy and every generation that follows.”
Let us answer the biblical call to love our neighbors, advocating for dignity, healing, and hope among the world’s most vulnerable, so that no child is left behind in the shadows.
Faith Facts
- Leprosy continues to devastate children in Asia and Africa, causing lifelong disability and heartbreak.
- Stigma and lack of resources often mean children are left untreated and suffer in silence.
- Government aid cuts and global apathy have left vulnerable communities without help or hope.
Compassion for the most marginalized reveals the heart of Christ’s teaching, calling us not to turn away from children in need.
The suffering of Generation Alpha due to leprosy reminds us of the Biblical call to “defend the cause of the fatherless,” regardless of geography.
“Our compassion should transcend postcodes, passports and borders.”
This injustice cries out for a faith-driven response, refusing to let distance or discomfort blind us to real suffering.
By refusing apathy and embracing hope, we can help deliver healing and freedom to these children.
Christ commands us to love our neighbor.
Let us pray, act, and stand for every child afflicted by leprosy, showing the world that Christian faith leads with mercy, courage, and truth.
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- Jennifer Melle, a Christian nurse in England, had a disciplinary case dropped after pressure from leaders and the public.
- She was investigated for using accurate language regarding a male patient who identified as female, despite facing abuse from the patient.
- Melle will challenge her treatment at an employment tribunal, standing for truth and freedom of conscience.
Jennifer Melle was cleared after months of scrutiny simply for upholding truth and Christian principles in the workplace. Hospital officials backed down following public support and political intervention.
Eight Members of Parliament and many supporters stood up for Melle, recognizing the erosion of fairness when faith and conscience are punished rather than protected.
“It has been an incredibly long and painful journey,” Melle said, expressing gratitude for those who supported her stand for faith and justice.
Her ordeal is a reminder of the increasing challenges Christians face in public service when Biblical convictions conflict with prevailing ideologies.
Melle’s story encourages believers to remain steadfast, trusting God’s guidance while standing boldly for faith, family, and freedom in society.
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