Columbia University is currently navigating a complex situation involving its efforts to combat antisemitism while also negotiating with the Trump administration to restore frozen federal funds, potentially amounting to $400 million. Amid these discussions, the university has adopted the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance (IHRA) definition of antisemitism, partnering with the Anti-Defamation League (ADL) to implement antisemitism training programs. However, this decision has sparked controversy, with critics accusing the university of limiting free speech and favoring certain political agendas. Columbia is reportedly considering a settlement of approximately $200 million to address civil rights concerns raised during its negotiations with the Trump administration, which some Jewish alumni describe as sending an inappropriate message in the context of ongoing antisemitism on campus. As the university works to address these issues, it faces scrutiny from various stakeholders about its commitment to both free speech and the protection of Jewish students on campus.