In light of recent reports that anti-Semitic acts across the country hit a record high this past year, including anti-Semitic protests at Princeton University, Senator Bob Singer (R-30) released the following statement calling for the halt of taxpayer dollars to Princeton University if they fail to address anti-Jewish bias on campus.

Princeton University is among dozens facing federal investigations into antisemitism following a wave of pro-Palestinian protests last year.

“Princeton University has a responsibility to ensure a safe, inclusive, and respectful atmosphere for all students,” said Sen. Singer. “However, the recent anti-Semitic protests on campus, and the University leadership’s weak response, have been deeply troubling and demands immediate action. Ignoring antisemitism sends the wrong message to students, faculty, and the entire Jewish community as it breeds hostility, fear, and division.”

In FY 2024 and FY 2025 through April 12, 2025, Princeton University received $2,611,461 and $3,309,313 in taxpayer dollars respectively.

“Starting today, I am calling for an immediate halt to all taxpayer funding to Princeton University until they demonstrate concrete steps to address and eliminate anti-Jewish bias on their campus. New Jersey taxpayers should not be forced to subsidize an institution that stands idle in the face of hatred and intimidation. I am also urging Governor Murphy to join me in suspending all state funding to Princeton until meaningful changes are made. This is not a partisan issue—this is a moral imperative,” Singer concluded.