Hillel International initially filed a legal brief supporting Harvard University in its dispute with Donald Trump regarding allegations of antisemitism on campus, but quickly withdrew it. The amicus brief reportedly argued that attempts to freeze funding to Harvard would be detrimental, rather than helpful, to Jewish students. Hillel stated the filing occurred “without having gone through our internal review process,” indicating a lack of proper vetting. The organization did not elaborate on the specific reasons for its reversal. This incident adds another layer to the ongoing controversy surrounding antisemitism at Harvard and the broader debate over how to address it. The brief's central claim challenged the effectiveness of financial penalties as a solution to the problem. This withdrawal raises questions about internal procedures within Hillel and its position on the Harvard case.