Shreveport Reporter

Speaker Johnson, along with several House committee chairs, has released a report detailing the findings and recommendations from an investigation into antisemitism on American college campuses. This effort, which began in April following a surge in campus antisemitism related to Hamas' attack on Israel on October 7, was conducted by multiple committees including Education and Workforce, Energy and Commerce, Judiciary, Oversight, Veterans Affairs, and Ways and Means.

Speaker Johnson emphasized the importance of the report's findings: “Over the past seven months, these committees have done important work. They’ve heard from government agencies, students, and universities... We’ll use what’s in here to continue protecting our Jewish brothers and sisters from discrimination and violence.”

Chairwoman Virginia Foxx addressed the impact of antisemitism on educational institutions: "On October 8th...the reputation of many of these schools has been in free fall. Stopping that free fall comes down to one word: accountability."

Chairman Jim Jordan criticized the Biden Administration's handling of visa holders involved in campus incidents: "The Biden Administration’s failure to hold student visa holders... accountable is just another example of lawlessness..."

The report also highlighted issues found during visits to campuses like George Washington University. Chairman James Comer shared his observations: “Radical...individuals openly paraded antisemitism...I saw this firsthand when I...traveled to the George Washington University encampment in May.”

Concerns were raised about tax-exempt organizations potentially funding terrorism. Chairman Jason Smith stated: “We must stop this abuse of our tax code that is funding terrorism around the world.”

Veterans Affairs Committee Chair Mike Bost expressed concern over discrimination against Jewish veterans under current administration policies: “No veteran of Jewish faith should fear that they will be discriminated against when applying for VA benefits..."

Subcommittee Chairman Morgan Griffith pointed out failures by federal health entities in addressing discriminatory behavior funded by taxpayer dollars.

Majority Leader Scalise outlined expectations for university accountability with incoming Republican leadership: “This report is a great step forward...With President Trump at the helm and Republican majorities..., we will ensure these universities get back to what they are supposed to do – teach…”

Whip Emmer commended committee chairs for their efforts against campus antisemitism.

Conference Vice Chair Moore emphasized ongoing efforts toward promoting religious freedom within academic environments.

Key findings included universities failing to prevent antisemitic activities on campuses and not enforcing rules or discipline effectively. The report provided 11 recommendations targeting universities, the Executive Branch, and Congress for action.