Iran Official’s Daughter Expelled from Georgia University

Emory University has terminated Dr. Fatemeh Ardeshir-Larijani, the daughter of Iranian official Ali Larijani, following pressure from Republican Rep. Earl Carter and protests demanding her removal. Previously an assistant professor in the Department of Hematology and Medical Oncology, her profile has been removed from the university’s website. Carter cited national security concerns regarding her access to sensitive patient information. Emory confirmed her departure but did not provide further details due to personnel privacy.

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