Surge in Antisemitism and Islamophobia prompts White House intervention

Jewish students and watchdog groups are reporting an alarming rise in antisemitic incidents on college campuses across the United States. Pro-Palestinian demonstrations have turned violent, with Jewish students feeling targeted and unsafe. The phrase "From the river to the sea, Palestine will be free" has been used at rallies, causing Jewish students to interpret it as a call for the eradication of Israel. College administrators face the challenge of balancing free speech with ensuring the safety of their students. The Biden administration has described the rise in antisemitism on campuses as alarming, and Jewish students report feeling more vulnerable than ever before.