At a rally in Wisconsin, former President Donald Trump praised the New York Police Department for their swift eviction of pro-Palestinian protesters at Columbia University. Trump criticized the university president for being “very weak” and waiting too long to act, but commended the police for resolving the situation promptly. The eviction resulted in 282 arrests, according to New York Mayor Eric Adams.
Protests against US support for Israel’s actions in Gaza have sparked demonstrations at universities nationwide, including UCLA. Violent clashes between pro-Israel and pro-Palestine groups led to canceled classes at UCLA. The demand for disinvestment in corporations tied to Israel’s actions has mobilized students across the country.
In Los Angeles, the police intervened at UCLA to quell the violence between opposing groups. The escalating tensions between pro-Israel and pro-Palestine supporters have led to disruptions on college campuses. The protests and clashes highlight the deep divisions and tensions surrounding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
