Congressman Tim Walberg says colleges need a wake-up call. He spoke on NEWSMAX’s “Wake Up America” about the importance of holding universities accountable. Walberg supports blocking federal funding from schools that fail to protect Jewish students from antisemitism. This push comes as the Biden administration faces criticism for not acting fast enough.
Linda McMahon’s confirmation as Education Secretary shows President Trump’s commitment to shaking up the system. McMahon plans to slash bureaucracy and return power to parents and states. She’s already cleaning house at the Department of Education, cutting wasteful spending and offering buyouts to staff. Conservatives applaud her focus on apprenticeships and workforce training instead of pushing liberal agendas.
Walberg praised McMahon’s no-nonsense approach. He highlighted bills he introduced to stop foreign influence in colleges, like requiring schools to report even small foreign donations. Chinese research partnerships at Michigan universities are under scrutiny. Taxpayers shouldn’t fund schools that put America’s secrets at risk, he argued.
A federal task force is reviewing over $5 billion in contracts with Columbia University over antisemitism concerns. Walberg says this should send a message: colleges must respect all students or lose funding. Too many campuses have let woke policies silence Jewish voices and promote anti-Israel protests.
The Trump administration wants to dismantle the Education Department entirely. McMahon agrees education belongs at the state level, not with Washington bureaucrats. Critics claim this hurts students, but conservatives say local control ensures parents—not politicians—decide what’s best for kids.
Walberg slammed colleges for wasting money on bloated sports programs instead of lowering tuition. Federal aid shouldn’t subsidize football stadiums while students drown in debt. He’s pushing for transparency so families know where every dollar goes.
Democrats oppose these reforms, but voters are tired of universities ignoring antisemitism and pushing leftist indoctrination. Walberg’s message is clear: colleges must reform or face consequences. Taxpayer money shouldn’t support institutions that attack American values.
The block on funding is a necessary step to protect students and taxpayers. McMahon’s leadership and Walberg’s bills show conservatives are serious about fixing education. It’s time for colleges to wake up and put students first—not radical agendas.
