Harvard University's Policy Change on Public Statements

Harvard University announced it will no longer weigh in on public matters that don’t impact the Ivy League school’s core function, following a period of turmoil. The university will speak out only when it affects its core function and autonomy.

Marijuana Reclassification in the US

The US Drug Enforcement Administration is considering reclassifying marijuana to a less dangerous drug, but not legalizing it for recreational use. This potential policy change would be the biggest in over 50 years. President Biden has called for a review of federal cannabis laws and pardoned many Americans with marijuana convictions. The proposal would move marijuana from Schedule I to Schedule III, alongside ketamine and anabolic steroids.

US Policy on Israeli Settlements in West Bank

President Joe Biden reversed a Trump-era policy declaring Israeli communities in the West Bank legal, drawing criticism for undermining Israel and rewarding Hamas terrorists. The decision aims to appease Muslim- and Arab-American voters but has faced backlash for its timing and implications. Critics argue that the policy change is anti-Israel and supports BDS movement.