UC Berkeley has come under fire for reportedly sharing the names of 160 students and faculty members with the Trump administration as part of a federal investigation into antisemitism. Critics have likened this move to tactics from the McCarthy era, raising concerns over privacy rights and academic freedom. Prominent voices, including Judith Butler, have expressed alarm over this perceived breach of trust, highlighting the potential impact on political speech and campus censorship. The situation has ignited a broader debate on the role of universities in governmental inquiries, with state lawmakers questioning the university’s decision to comply with federal requests. The disclosure of personal information has sparked fears of a chilling effect on pro-Palestinian activism and other forms of dissent within the academic community.