Trump demands a massive $1 billion from the University of California system.

By Aniket Chakraborty

Aug 11, 2025

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The accusation: antisemitism in UCLA’s handling of 2024 Gaza protests.

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The demand is five times Columbia University’s recent settlement.

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UC President James Milliken warns payment would “devastate” the system.

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The government also seeks $172M for a claims fund for affected students.

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UCLA already faces a $500M freeze on medical and science grants.

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Move mirrors tactics used against Columbia and now aimed at Harvard.

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California Governor Gavin Newsom urges UC to resist Trump’s pressure.

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Newsom calls it about “sovereignty” and the “future of this country.”

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The standoff deepens Trump’s long-running clash with US academia.

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