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US House Passes Bill Targeting University Boycotts of Israel
The U.S. House of Representatives has passed a bill that would prohibit federal funding for universities engaging in boycotts of Israel. The legislation, which saw a mostly partisan divide, now moves to the Senate for consideration. Some Democrats expressed concerns regarding the potential impact on free speech. Advocates have criticized the vote, arguing it could defund universities.
How outlets across the spectrum covered it
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- Left (1): Al Jazeera English
- Centre (2): Reuters, The Times of India
- Right (1): Firstpost