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Qatar Captures Northwestern, Univ. of Rochester Denies Reality, & Iran Loses at Princeton

By Winfield Myers ● Sep 08, 2025

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A new report by MEF's Benjamin Baird details how Qatar's investment of $737 million ideologically captured Northwestern University's campuses in both Evanston, IL, and Doha, Qatar. It recommends federal action, including enforcement of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, investigations under the Foreign Agents Registration Act (FARA), and congressional oversight of the university's foreign funding arrangements.

A.J. Caschetta relates that the Univ. of Rochester denied that the viciously antisemitic, pro-Hamas organization Students for Justice in Palestine exists on its campus despite the mounds of evidence to the contrary he produced. Benjamin Weinthal spells out why Princeton finally parted ways with Iranian henchman Seyed Hossein Mousavian.

Benjamin Baird has the goods on CAIR's outrage that Baird's July MEF report succeeded in convincing the Dept. of Homeland Security to stop funding terrorist-linked Islamist groups. We also feature the work of Giulio Meotti, Abdullah Bozkurt, and Raymond Ibrahim.

Qatar-Funded Northwestern Employs Hamas Money Launderer to Teach U.S. Students

A Middle East Forum investigation released today reveals that Northwestern University employs a professor who co-founded an organization that laundered money for Hamas to teach mandatory courses to Am...

By: Benjamin Baird

A in-depth Middle East Forum investigation released today slams Northwestern University for employing a professor involved in Hamas money laundering at its Qatar campus.

Why it matters: Northwestern's $737 million Qatar investment since 2007 has fostered a hostile environment for Jewish students, violating Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (CRA).

MEF public affairs specialist Benjamin Baird said that "this investigation reveals that Northwestern's partnership with Qatar extends far beyond financial support into ideological capture."
The university's complicity with Qatari laws challenges its commitment to American academic values and endangers campus safety.

Driving the news: Following the damning report, Northwestern faces a $790 million federal funding freeze and intense congressional scrutiny for antisemitism.

President Michael Schill's resignation underscores the gravity of the situation and the urgent need for reform.

Details: Ibrahim Abusharif, who teaches at the Qatar campus, was co-founder of an organization that laundered over $1 million to Hamas.

Contracts with Qatar legally bind Northwestern's campuses in Evanston and Doha to silence, prohibiting criticism of the Qatari regime and compromising academic freedom.

What's next: The Middle East Forum demands stringent federal action, including Title VI CRA enforcement and probing foreign funding under the Foreign Agents Registration Act, to safeguard Jewish students and uphold institutional integrity.

To read the press release, click here; to read the full report, click here.

Addressing Campus SJP Problems, Part 2: Denial at the University of Rochester

The University of Rochester is trying to wrest control from their anti-Israel student protesters and avoid a Department of Education Title VI investigation.

By: A.J. Caschetta

The University of Rochester (UofR) denies the existence of a Students for Justice in Palestine (SJP) chapter, despite conclusive evidence to the contrary.

Why it matters: The university's denial contradicts archived records showing an officially-recognized SJP chapter from 2020 to 2023.

The administration's actions could affect its credibility and lead to scrutiny under Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.

Driving the news: UofR claims no SJP chapter exists, yet communications between the administration and the "derecognized" chapter reveal ongoing interactions.

The chapter, though "derecognized," remains active, hosting events and protests on campus.

Details: Archived pages and social media posts confirm the SJP chapter's presence and activities at UofR.

The administration's attempts to silence critiques about its handling of SJP issues suggest deeper institutional challenges.

What's next: UofR—unable to silence the author—must address past policy failures and improve transparency to rebuild trust and avoid further scrutiny.

To read the full article, click here.

ICYMI: "The Battle for the Jewish State" with Victoria Coates

The October 7, 2023 Hamas assault on Israel shocked the world with its brutality. While many condemned the attack, others rapidly rushed to blame Israel, framing the Jewish state as an oppressor through the lens of Marxist ideology and critical race theory. In The Battle for the Jewish State, Victoria Coates examines how Hamas's atrocities, Iran's role, and America's cultural drift have imperiled Israel and the U.S. Is this conflict truly about land, or is it part of a broader civilizational struggle? What is at stake for both Israel and the United States if this battle is lost?

Victoria Coates is Vice President of the Kathryn and Shelby Cullom Davis Institute for National Security and Foreign Policy at The Heritage Foundation. A former Deputy National Security Advisor to President Trump, she oversaw U.S. policy on the Middle East, including the Maximum Pressure Campaign on Iran and early negotiations for the Abraham Accords. She holds a B.A. from Trinity College, an M.A. from Williams College, and a Ph.D. from the University of Pennsylvania, all in art history.

To watch the full podcast episode, click here.

Islamic Republic of Iran Loses Its Man at Princeton

On August 9, Princeton quietly announced Mousavian's

By: Benjamin Weinthal

In November 2023, Iranian-Americans launched a campaign to remove Seyed Hossein Mousavian from Princeton University, citing his links to Iranian dissident assassinations and nuclear weapons development.

Why it matters: Mousavian's alleged role in the "Chain Murders" of Iranian dissidents in Europe and his involvement in Iran's nuclear ambitions have drawn significant criticism.

The Alliance Against the Islamic Regime of Iran Apologists (AAIRIA) revealed Mousavian's "retirement" from Princeton as of June 1, aligning with increased scrutiny of his past activities.

Driving the news: A 2004 interview with Mousavian confirmed Iran's persistent nuclear ambitions, reinforcing accusations against him.

Mousavian, a key negotiator in Iran's nuclear talks, has maintained controversial positions on uranium enrichment.
Despite mounting evidence that Mousavian's presence at Princeton tainted the school, emboldened Tehran, and endangered U.S. interests, university president Christopher Eisgruber steadfastly defended Mousavian from criticism.

Details: Mousavian's tenure as Iran's Ambassador to Germany is marked by alleged involvement in state-sponsored assassinations, including the 1992 Mykonos restaurant attack.

A 1997 Berlin court testimony linked him to these crimes, intensifying calls for his prosecution.

What's next: The Iranian-American activist organization now seeks Mousavian's deportation to Europe, where he could face prosecution for his alleged role in the "Chain Murders." The 24 victims of Mousavian's scorched-earth campaign on European soil deserve genuine accountability.

To read the full article, click here.

Hamas-Aligned CAIR Outraged after DHS Cuts Funding to Terror-Linked Islamist Groups

CAIR Blames Israel for $8 Million in Security Grants Stripped from Extremist Groups Following MEF Report

By: Benjamin Baird

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has slashed $8 million in security grants to Muslim American groups linked to alleged terrorist activities, following a report revealing $25 million in past grants to such organizations.

Why it matters: The decision addresses concerns raised by the Middle East Forum's report on DHS funding of terror-linked groups, challenging the integrity of the Nonprofit Security Grant Program.

The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR), a prominent Muslim nonprofit that placed American communities at risk when it helped extremist groups apply for security funding, dismissed the July 21 MEF report on which DHS's action was based as "ravings."

Driving the news: CAIR, previously promoting the security program, now accuses the government of cutting funds due to "criticism of Israel's genocide."

Published findings show no evidence of political criticism leading to disqualification but cite antisemitic sermons and conspiracies at government-funded mosques.

Details: MEF's above-mentioned July report detailed funds to organizations tied to Al Qaeda, Hamas, and Hezbollah.

The lion's share of this funding was allocated through the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), which administered grants for security improvements to houses of worship, such as bulletproof glass, surveillance cameras, and armed security guards.
FEMA grants were used for security improvements at radical mosques, likened to funding Branch Davidians before the Waco siege.

What's next: Although Trump's DHS may have cut the cord on subsidized security at radical nonprofits, there's nothing to stop the next administration from resuming these harmful practices.

To ensure this chapter of mismanagement is never repeated, Congress members must act decisively, enshrining rigorous oversight and ironclad vetting into law.
They can start by banning government partnerships with terrorist-supporting front organizations like CAIR.

To read the full article, click here.

Dear Europeans, If You Don't like Islamization, Please Leave

Three Muslim women shopping in Molenbeek Market, Brussels, Belgium; May 10, 2018. Shutterstock

By: Giulio Meotti

Interim mayor Saliha Raïss of Molenbeek, one of the municipalities in the Brussels region, dismisses critics of Islamization, telling them to "leave," a move highlighting the increasing sway of Islamism in Europe.

Why it matters: Raïss's statement, "If Molenbeek is unbearable, leave!" reflects a broader acceptance of political Islam that threatens Western values.

Elon Musk amplified these comments on X, warning, "If tolerance means the end of Western civilization, then we cannot be tolerant."

Driving the news: Raïss's leadership signals a worrying trend where Islamist agendas overshadow secular principles, as evidenced by former Doctors Without Borders head Alain Destexhe's observations of Brussels' societal decline.

Destexhe notes, "Every day, the country is shaken by an incident related to Palestine, the Islamization of society, or antisemitism—three elements linked together."

Details: Molenbeek's demographic shift to a majority Muslim population has led to the closure of synagogues as Jews fled and a climate of intolerance, with antisemitic and anti-Western slogans becoming commonplace.

Raïss's rhetoric is a capitulation to Islamist demands and demonstrates the failure of the ideology of multiculturalism.

What's next: Either Europe wakes up, accepts that there are lost territories in Europe and tries to reconquer them while saving what remains, or Europeans will have to resign to Saliha Raïss and leave.

To read the full article, click here.

Turks Among Top Groups Stripped of French Citizenship over Jihadist Terror Links

In the past decade Franco-Turkish nationals have emerged as one of the leading categories of individuals stripped of French citizenship over terrorism charges linked to jihadist organizations such as ...

By: Abdullah Bozkurt

In the past decade, French authorities have stripped Franco-Turkish nationals of citizenship for terrorism charges linked to jihadist groups such as the Islamic State in Iraq and Syria (ISIS) and al-Qaeda.

Why it matters: Turkey's Islamist government under President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has actively supported jihadist affiliations, drawing criticism for its destabilizing influence.

Erdoğan's policies embolden radical elements, making Franco-Turks susceptible to extremism and compromising Western security.

Driving the news: Erdoğan's government fuels anti-Islamic accusations against France, polarizing Franco-Turkish nationals and straining diplomatic relations.

His administration strategically manipulates Turkish nationals abroad to serve geopolitical interests, exacerbating tensions.

Details: France uses Articles 25 and 25-1 of the Civil Code to revoke the citizenship of individuals like Ünzile Nur Sert for posing national security threats.

These measures highlight the challenge of countering extremism while addressing the covert influence of Erdoğan's regime.

What's next: France remains vigilant in safeguarding its national security, while the international community scrutinizes Turkey's role in fostering jihadism.

To read the full article, click here.

Egypt's War on Christian Memory

The crisis surrounding the historic Church of the Virgin Mary in Rashid, Beheira Governorate, Egypt, has once again erupted. Shutterstock

By: Raymond Ibrahim

The historic Church of the Virgin Mary in Rashid, Egypt, faces destruction by influential figures, highlighting systemic attacks on Egypt's Christian heritage.

Why it matters: The attempts to erase the church's identity, led by sons of a high-ranking judge, expose the vulnerability of Christian sites in Egypt, where legal protections often go unenforced.

Egypt's Christians, despite being indigenous, are treated as second-class citizens, with their heritage under constant threat.

Driving the news: Police intervention halted the church's demolition, but Coptic leaders remain vocal about the ongoing injustices, as seen in Father Luka Asaad's public stand despite personal risk.

The destruction coincides with the demolition of a licensed Coptic cemetery wall, further illustrating the double standard in protecting religious sites.

Details: The church, a 19th-century monument, has faced piecemeal destruction since 2009, with opportunists exploiting legal loopholes to claim ownership and dismantle it.

Meanwhile, mosques receive untouchable status, underscoring the systemic bias within Egypt's governance.

What's next: The Rashid incident is part of a broader pattern across Egypt, where Christian sites face neglect, closure, or destruction, demanding international attention and action to preserve Egypt's Christian heritage.

To read the full article, click here.