Claire Shipman is in headlines as Columbia University’s acting president since March 2025, after a career as ABC News’ senior national correspondent. Short bio: American journalist, born Oct 4, 1962.
Federal immigration agents entered Columbia University housing without a warrant, detaining Azerbaijani student Ellie Aghayeva. The agents used misrepresentation tactics, claiming to search for a missing child. The incident has prompted university protests, political criticism, and concerns over enforcement tactics on campuses. The student was released after intervention by NYC Mayor Mamdani and President Trump.