Biden Declines Campus Visits Amid Intense Pro-Gaza Protests
Despite pressure from lawmakers, the President remains distant from escalating university demonstrations.
- White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre confirms no current plans for Biden to engage with campus protests.
- Columbia University cancels commencement due to protest disruptions, highlighting the severity of student actions.
- Lawmakers from both parties, including House Speaker Mike Johnson, have made appearances at protest sites.
- Questions about police response to protests at George Washington University remain unanswered by the White House.
- Recent remarks by Biden indicate his stance on Israel and Gaza remains unchanged despite the protests.