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Cornell student accused of antisemitism raises more than $20,000 after backlash
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100% centerFirst reported by Walla · Jun 17, 2026
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What happened
A Cornell University student is under investigation after refusing a startup internship because the founders were Jewish. He then became the subject of online backlash and a crowdfunding campaign that raised more than $20,000.
- 01Franco said he would not work for a Jewish founder, prompting widespread backlash.
- 02A GiveSendGo campaign for him raised over $20,000 in days.
- 03The fundraiser was started by a far-right English YouTuber.
- 04Cornell is investigating the incident.
- 05Gabe Einhorn said the post was meant to highlight rising antisemitism.
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