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HHS’ Civil Rights Office Acts Swiftly to Combat Anti-Semitism

Excerpt:  “In alignment with President Trump’s Executive Order on Additional Measures to Combat Anti-Semitism, and as part of the task force announced by the U.S. Department of Justice today, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office for Civil Rights (OCR) is announcing the initiation of compliance reviews for four medical schools following reports of antisemitic incidents during their 2024 commencement ceremonies. The investigations will examine whether the medical schools complied with their obligations under Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and Section 1557 of the Affordable Care Act to not discriminate on the basis of race, color, or national origin. The reviews come in response to reported incidents of antisemitism and displays of offensive symbols and messaging during the ceremonies, including alleged expressions of support for terrorist organizations. These reports raise serious concerns about potential violations of civil rights laws that protect students from discrimination based on race, color, and national origin.”