NYPD: Violence Won’t Be Tolerated Amid Anti-Israel Protests At Columbia University
A pro-Palestinian supporter waves a flag in front of the entrance to Columbia University, which is occupied by pro-Palestinian demonstrators, on April 22, 2024 in New York. US President Joe Biden condemned anti-Semitism on college campuses. PROFESSIONAL, April 21, 2024 – Palestinian protesters at Columbia University are on their fifth day demanding that the university […]
USC protests break out after anti-Israel valedictorian’s commencement speech cancelled over safety concerns
Days after the University of Southern California (USC) announced it would cancel valedictorian speeches and all outside speakers at this year’s commencement ceremonies, protesters took to the school’s campus on Sunday to show support for fellow students. gathered on campus. USC announced it would not allow biomedical engineering major Asna Tabassum to give her valedictorian […]
Foreign Students Engaging in Antisemitic Protests Should Have Visas Canceled
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis told reporters Monday that foreign students participating in anti-Semitic protests should have their visas revoked, and American students engaging in similar activities should have their visas revoked. He added that he should be expelled from the university. DeSantis discussed anti-terrorism, pro-Palestinian demonstrations on various U.S. campuses across the country and said […]
Columbia ‘does not want NYPD present on campus’ as anti-Israel protests raise Jewish safety concerns: police
New York City police officials told reporters on Monday that an anti-Israel encampment featuring anti-Semitic and pro-terrorism slogans had been set up at the start of Passover, raising serious concerns about the safety of Jewish students. Despite the concerns, Columbia University said it “does not want the NYPD on campus.” At a press conference, New […]
Police Make 45 Arrests at Yale University Pro-Palestinian Protests
At least 45 people were arrested at Yale University on Monday after police in riot gear entered the campus to quell a pro-Palestinian protest. Face-to-face classes were also canceled on this day. The arrests came after nearly 200 pro-Palestinian protesters gathered to demand that Yale University divest from its military weapons manufacturing company. Yale Daily […]
Sen. John Fetterman blasts anti-Israel protests: ‘Makes you an a–hole’
Sen. John Fetterman, R-Pennsylvania, reiterated his criticism of activists calling for a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip in an interview with FOX Digital, calling Democrats for their “insane” response to attacks launched by Iran against Israel. denounced. “Showing up at Starbucks with a bullhorn and starting yelling at people is neither appropriate nor legal nor […]
Columbia University president orders virtual classes as anti-Israel protests take over: ‘We need a reset’
Columbia University students announced in an evening statement that all classes will be held virtually on Monday after anti-Israel protesters occupied the campus, the university’s president announced. In a statement posted early Monday morning, Columbia University President Dr. Nemat “Minoush” Shafiq said he condemned the specific actions of the agitators who formed “encampments” on campus […]
Ilhan Omar’s daughter says she’s homeless after being suspended from college over anti-Israel protests
Isra Hirsi, the daughter of Minnesota Rep. Ilhan Omar, is left without a place to live or anything to eat after being suspended for taking part in a destructive anti-Israel protest at Columbia University last week. revealed. The 21-year-old was arrested by NYPD officers on charges of trespassing after a group of demonstrators set up […]
White House Slams ‘Antisemitic’ Anti-Israel Protests at Columbia University
The White House has issued a statement against anti-Israel protests and encampments at Columbia University, calling them “anti-Semitic, unconscionable and dangerous.” White House Deputy Press Secretary Andrew Bates issued Sunday’s statement acknowledged that Americans have the “right to peacefully protest,” but added that “calls for violence and physical intimidation” against the Jewish community are unacceptable. […]
White House condemns ‘despicable’ actions at pro-Palestinian college protests
The White House issued a strong rebuke of the antisemitic threats that have been shouted at pro-Palestinian protests at college campuses across the country, most notably Columbia University. Large groups have gathered at Columbia, calling for a ceasefire in Gaza. Some protesters have gone further by calling for the death of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin […]