Sen Ernst cites Jewish student discrimination in bid to protect free speech on campuses
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Sen. Joni Ernst is hoping to create a standard of free speech and expression at public institutions amid Jewish students facing viewpoint discrimination during Israel's war in Gaza.
Julia Johnson is a politics writer for Fox News Digital and Fox Business, leading coverage of the U.S. Senate. She was previously a politics reporter at the Washington Examiner.
"Freedom of speech is a core American value that our heroes fought and died to secure – we must protect it for future generations," Ernst said in an exclusive statement to Fox News Digital. "I want college students in Iowa and across America to engage in debates, challenge their ideas, and express their viewpoints freely, without facing discrimination or abuse. Echo chambers only serve to stunt the developing mind." Follow Julia's reporting on X at @JuliaaJohnson_ and send tips to Julia.Johnson@fox.com.