Lewd messages linked to University of Michigan regent who led campaign against pro-Palestinian students
Summary
Jordan Acker, a University of Michigan regent involved in actions against pro-Palestinian students, is linked to obscene sexual messages about a Democratic strategist and a female student. These messages appeared in a Slack group and surfaced during a tense election for two university board seats, where candidates have different views on the Israel-Palestine conflict.Key Facts
- Jordan Acker is a University of Michigan regent known for a pro-Israel stance and led efforts against pro-Palestinian students.
- Leaked Slack messages from 2020 and 2021, attributed to Acker, contain lewd sexual comments about a Democratic party strategist and a female student.
- The messages were revealed just before a primary election for two open seats on the university’s board of regents.
- The university board election has become a local example of the wider campus debate over criticism of Israel.
- Acker’s legal team questions the authenticity of the Slack messages but neither fully denies nor confirms them.
- The Slack group included about 30 left-leaning professionals discussing Michigan politics and sports.
- Acker faces challengers including Amir Makled, a progressive lawyer who supports pro-Palestinian students and has union endorsements.
- The controversy comes amid criticism of the university’s dismantling of diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts under pressure from political forces including President Trump.
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