Our V24 undercover investigative series into American higher education has uncovered widespread institutional anti-Semitism, from university administrators to faculty and student activists. This latest exposé shines a spotlight on the City University of New York (CUNY) system, specifically Queens College, revealing the troubling extent of this issue within the institution.
Queens College Slammed for Speaker
Queens College, a public institution within the City University of New York (CUNY) system, is facing growing outrage after hosting a speaker with a well-documented history of promoting radical Islamist ideology and anti-Semitic hate speech.
An undercover investigation by V24 has revealed that the Muslim Students Association (MSA) at Queens College invited Daniel Haqiqatjou, a controversial commentator and YouTuber, to speak on campus earlier this year.
Haqiqatjou, known for inflammatory rhetoric and flagged by multiple watchdog organizations, used the platform to promote deeply offensive conspiracy theories, including classic anti-Semitic "blood libels," denial of historical atrocities, and advocacy of violent jihad as a legitimate ideological stance.
College Official Present at Event
The event was not only approved by the college administration, but was also attended by Dean of Students Dwayne D. Jones Sr. His presence, captured on undercover footage, has sparked serious concerns among Jewish groups and free speech watchdogs. Many view it as an implicit endorsement of the content delivered, particularly as no statement of disapproval followed the event.
Critics argue that such tacit support undermines the college’s previous public efforts to combat anti-Semitism and raises urgent questions about institutional accountability.
This controversy is especially troubling in light of recent federal findings by the U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights, which determined that Queens College had failed to protect Jewish students from discrimination and harassment.
The college had responded to earlier concerns by launching a highly publicized task force on anti-Semitism, headed by former New York Chief Judge Jonathan Lippman. Yet the decision to approve and attend this event with no visible safeguards or institutional pushback suggests that such measures may be more performative than effective.
Haqiqatjou’s Extremist Claims
During the lecture, Haqiqatjou reportedly pushed long-debunked, inflammatory claims, including:
- Accusing Israel of mass rape campaigns
- Asserting that Jewish texts teach racial superiority
- Denying well-documented atrocities committed against Jews
- Justifying violent jihad as a legitimate response to perceived Western oppression
Organizations such as the Anti-Defamation League (ADL) have repeatedly warned about Haqiqatjou’s extremist views, labeling him a promoter of hate and religious supremacism. Despite these widely available warnings, the event was sanctioned and attended by top college officials.
Threatening Campus Climate
The V24 report also documents a disturbing pattern of hostility toward Jewish students on campus. Undercover footage reveals:
- Verbal harassment targeting visibly Jewish students
- Graffiti referencing Hitler and threats against Israelis in campus restrooms
- Demonstrations that singled out Jewish groups with aggressive and threatening messaging
These findings paint a grim picture of a campus environment where Jewish students face intimidation, discrimination, and a lack of meaningful institutional protection.
The gap between Queens College’s public statements and its actions appears to be widening. While President Frank Wuhas declared that anti-Semitism is "unwelcome" on campus, there has been no official condemnation of Haqiqatjou’s appearance or of the dean’s participation in the event.
Critics argue that Queens College’s much-lauded efforts, including high-profile task forces and symbolic gestures have done little to prevent real harm or create a safe environment. The approval of a speaker who openly promotes hate-filled narratives illustrates the ineffectiveness of current administrative strategies.
Queens College Leadership
This latest incident signals a deep cultural and administrative failure that cannot be solved with surface-level responses. If Queens College is serious about fostering a safe and inclusive academic community, critics insist the following must occur:
- Public disavowal of Haqiqatjou’s rhetoric by college leadership
- Accountability for administrative staff involved in approving or attending the event
- Robust oversight of student organizations and guest speaker invitations
- Mandatory training on hate speech, discrimination, and student safety
Without such measures, observers warn that extremist narratives will continue to infiltrate campus spaces under the guise of free discourse, further marginalizing vulnerable communities and eroding the institution’s integrity.
The spotlight now falls on President Frank Wu and CUNY’s broader leadership to take decisive action. Whether through public accountability, disciplinary steps, or a structural overhaul of campus policies, the administration's next moves will determine whether this crisis marks a turning point or yet another missed opportunity to protect students and uphold core academic values.
Stefan Tompson
Founder | Visegrad24
