The Trump administration has initiated a federal lawsuit against the University of California, alleging that UCLA administrators failed to address antisemitism complaints from Jewish and Israeli employees. The 81-page lawsuit asserts a ‘severe and pervasive’ antisemitism issue at UCLA, worsened by pro-Palestinian protests following the October 2025 Hamas attack on Israel. This legal action follows multiple civil rights investigations and a demand for $1.2bn in settlements from the University of California system. Filed in California’s Central District, the lawsuit originates from a March investigation into workplace antisemitism at UCLA. Attorney General Pam Bondi emphasized the Department of Justice’s dedication to combating hate and antisemitism. UCLA has not yet issued a response to these serious allegations, leaving stakeholders concerned about the implications for campus climate and policies.
