EEOC Drops Penn Subpoena in Antisemitism Probe
The EEOC has dropped its subpoena demanding that the University of Pennsylvania disclose lists of Jewish students and staff as part of an antisemitism probe, with Penn and the agency signaling the end of this particular legal dispute while the broader inquiry continues. A prior court ruling had required some information, but Penn did not have to disclose personal affiliations with specific groups, and no subpoenaed personal contact information was shared. The withdrawal comes as Penn and the EEOC filed a resolution agreement, ending this aspect of the legal fight. The investigation followed antisemitic incidents and Gaza-related protests and scrutiny of Penn’s handling, including leadership changes such as the resignation of then-President Liz Magill, which has deeply polarized responses. Penn emphasizes its commitment to fighting antisemitism and safeguarding employees’ rights, framing the outcome as a protective victory. The development could essentially end the Penn case, though the EEOC’s broader inquiry into antisemitism on campus remains unresolved in other contexts.
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“Federal government drops request for names of Penn's Jewish students, staff”Philly Voice · Jul 24, 2026
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“EEOC drops bid to press Penn for Jewish employee information”HRDive · Jul 24, 2026
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