Columbia University's interim president, Katrina Armstrong, has stepped down amid pressure over the university's response to pro-Palestinian protests against Israel. The Trump administration canceled federal funding for the university, accusing it of not doing enough to combat antisemitism and ensure student safety. Columbia quickly agreed to a list of demands, including reviewing admissions policies and putting its Middle East studies department under new supervision. Some faculty members and free speech advocates condemned the university's acquiescence, claiming it endangers academic freedom. The new acting president, Claire Shipman, is a former correspondent for ABC News, NBC News, and CNN.