UT Cancels Scholarships Over Anthem Protest, Sparks Outrage
The University of Texas has canceled scholarships for two students who kneeled during the national anthem at a recent football game, calling the protest “disrespectful.” The students knelt to oppose racial injustice, a gesture widely recognized in civil rights movements. UT officials defended the move, saying free speech must be balanced with “respect for national values.” Critics say the decision punishes peaceful protest and violates students’ rights. The action has ignited fierce debate across campus and beyond, with many accusing the university of suppressing freedom of expression in favor of political optics.
