U.S. Commission on Civil Rights Report on

Campus Antisemitism

On September 28, 2026, the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights released a unanimously approved, bipartisan report titled, "The Federal Response to Antisemitism on American College and University Campuses."

This report examines how institutions of higher education and the federal government have responded to allegations of antisemitism following the October 7, 2023 Hamas terrorist attack against Israel. The report also considers how universities and federal agencies met their legal obligations under Title VI and the federal Constitution in order to protect Jewish students from discrimination and harassment while respecting free expression, freedom of assembly, and academic freedom.

In addition, this report includes testimony from current and former federal officials, college and university students, legal scholars, researchers, Jewish and civil rights organizations, and higher education experts; a public comment session; and responses to Commission discovery requests from nine universities.

Taken together, the report identifies a need for stronger federal coordination, greater transparency, adequate staffing of civil rights offices, improved data collection, clearer guidance for colleges and universities, and adherence to the federal agencies’ statutory obligation to comply with Commission discovery requests.

Since the release of the report, the Commission worked with report contributors and affected students to elevate the Commission's investigation and inform the public conversation.

STATE ADVISORY COMMITTEES

Georgia Advisory Committee Public Briefings on the School-to-Prison Pipeline in Georgia

The Georgia Advisory Committee to the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights is hosting its third virtual briefing of a series to discuss the school-to-prison pipeline in Georgia. The Committee invites testimony regarding factors impacting a school-to-prison pipeline for student populations in underserved communities in Georgia with the intention of identifying areas for improvement and developing recommendations in a report to the Commission after all testimony has been received.

Chair Wenyuan Wu said, “The Georgia Advisory Committee is eager to hear testimony regarding the school-to-prison pipeline in Georgia. We welcome input from all who might be able to share their expertise with us.”

For more info, visit: Georgia Advisory Committee Public Briefings on the School-to-Prison Pipeline in Georgia - Panel III | U.S. Commission on Civil Rights

Michigan Advisory Committee Public Briefing on Artificial Intelligence and Civil Rights in Michigan

The Michigan Advisory Committee to the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights will convene a public, web-based briefing to discuss Artificial Intelligence and Civil Rights in Michigan. The Michigan Advisory Committee will issue findings and recommendations in a report to the Commission after all testimony has been received.

Chair Roland Hwang said, “The Michigan Advisory Committee is eager to understand the civil-rights implications of artificial intelligence when it is used in the public-sector or government-regulated sectors in Michigan. We hope to offer recommendations for safeguards needed to preserve the civil rights of Michigan citizens while allowing beneficial uses of artificial intelligence to proceed.”

For more info, visit: Michigan Advisory Committee Public Briefing on Artificial Intelligence and Civil Rights in Michigan | U.S. Commission on Civil Rights

Montana Advisory Committee Public Briefing on Examining Potential Civil Rights Violations Resulting from DEI Policies at Montana Public Universities

The Montana Advisory Committee continues its series of public virtual briefings. The purpose of these events is to hear testimony examining civil rights concerns with the enactment of DEI policies at Montana public universities’ current policies and an analysis of discrimination, if any, based on race, religion, color, age, disability, or other federally protected category.

Committee Chair Kendall Cotton said, “The testimony we receive in these briefings will inform our understanding of potential civil rights violations resulting from diversity, equity, and inclusion policies at Montana public universities. We invite interested members of the public to attend and share their perspectives during the public comment session.”

For more info, visit: Montana Advisory Committee Virtual Panels Examining Potential Civil Rights Violations Resulting from Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Policies at Montana Public Universities - Panel III | U.S. Commission on Civil Rights

UPCOMING MEETINGS

UPCOMING COMMISSION MEETINGS

The Commission meets to conduct agency business on civil rights matters. Pursuant to the Sunshine Act, meetings of official business of the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights are open to the public, with the exception of executive sessions, which may be closed pursuant to the exemptions of the Sunshine Act.

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UPCOMING STATE ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETINGS

The Commission establishes Advisory Committees in every state, the District of Columbia, and the five U.S. territories. These committees serve as the Commission’s eyes and ears on the ground and advise the Commission regarding civil rights matters in their locales. All Advisory Committee meetings are open for public attendance.

Interested in attending an Advisory Committee meeting?

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U.S. COMMISSION ON THE SOCIAL STATUS OF BLACK MEN AND BOYS

U.S. Commission on the Social Status of Black Men and Boys Recommends Boosting Federal Support for HBCUs and Black Youth Education

Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) have served as pillars of opportunity, producing a disproportionate share of Black professionals, leaders, and scholars. Yet today, we face a troubling reality — Black male enrollment at HBCUs and across higher education is in decline.

The U.S. Commission on the Social Status of Black Men and Boys recommends boosting federal support for HBCUs and Black youth education. Explore the Commission’s policy recommendations here: bit.ly/3UhVXk0.

U.S. Commission on the Social Status of Black Men and Boys (CSSBMB) Links to Know:

CSSBMB 2026 Black Male Employment

CSSBMB 2025 Annual Report

CSSBMB 2024 Annual Report

CSSBMB 2023 Annual Report

CSSBMB 2023 AR "Spotlights"

CSSBMB Inaugural Annual Report

CSSBMB 2023 ACT NOW Summit

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The Civil Rights Act of 1957 created the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights. Established as an independent, bipartisan, fact-finding federal agency, our mission is to inform the development of national civil rights policy and enhance enforcement of federal civil rights laws. We pursue this mission by studying alleged deprivations of voting rights and alleged discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, or national origin, or in the administration of justice. We play a vital role in advancing civil rights through objective and comprehensive investigation, research, and analysis on issues of fundamental concern to the federal government and the public.