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Biden Struggles to Balance Support Amid College Protests Over Israel-Gaza Conflict

As college protests escalate, President Biden faces criticism for his handling of the situation, with Trump blaming him for the unrest.

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Republican presidential candidate and former President Donald Trump talks to reporters at Manhattan state court in New York, Monday, April 23, 2024. (Brendan McDermid/Pool Photo via AP)

Overview

  • College protests against the Israel-Gaza war intensify, with students demanding divestment from Israel and a permanent cease-fire.
  • Biden's approach aims to balance condemnation of antisemitism and support for the right to protest, amidst rising political challenges.
  • Trump criticizes Biden's management of the protests, claiming it shows incompetence and a lack of clear support for either side.
  • Arrests and police interventions mark the protests at elite universities, highlighting the national scale of the demonstrations.
  • Biden maintains support for Israel despite growing opposition within his party and calls for reduced military aid.