Elise Stefanik and Inna Vernikov Demand CUNY Chancellor's Resignation Over Antisemitism

Calls for Chancellor Rodriguez's Resignation

• 🎯 Elise Stefanik and Inna Vernikov are demanding Governor Kathy Hochul fire CUNY Chancellor Felix Rodriguez.
• ⚠️ The primary reason cited is Rodriguez's alleged failure to address the alarming rise of antisemitism on CUNY campuses.
• 🏛️ Governor Hochul controls the CUNY Board of Trustees, giving her the authority to hire and fire the chancellor.

Allegations of Inaction and DEI Failures

• 💡 Stefanik highlighted hiring a chief diversity officer who previously worked for a pro-terrorist organization and refusing to fire them.
• 🚫 Numerous instances are cited where CUNY staff allegedly failed to protect Jewish students, including a delayed response to a swastika displayed at Hunter College.
• 🗣️ Vernikov stated that antisemitism is prevalent at CUNY, predating October 7th, and has worsened significantly since.
• 💥 Incidents mentioned include violent encampments, students being assaulted, and police being restricted on campuses.

Calls for Accountability and Leadership

• 📉 Both lawmakers criticized the chancellor's testimony as a "disgrace" and "lip service" with no meaningful action.
• 📜 A bipartisan coalition of New York elected officials has signed a letter to the governor urging the chancellor's removal.
• 🔍 A report from Judge Litman over a year ago on antisemitism at CUNY is referenced, indicating the governor has been aware of the issues.

Broader Political Context and Solutions

• 📢 Stefanik criticized Democrats for endorsing figures like Zohan Mandani, whom she labels an antisemite, contrasting it with Republican efforts to fight antisemitism.
• 💰 Stefanik discussed legislative actions from Washington, including using federal funding as leverage to ensure universities comply with civil rights laws.
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