Columbia Students Sue Lawmakers Over Anti-Israel Protests

Lawsuit claims protests led by 'Squad' members caused harassment, campus disruptions, and cancellation of final exams and commencement.

Five Columbia students filed a lawsuit against Democratic Reps. Ocasio-Cortez, Bowman, and Omar, alleging they incited anti-Israel protests.
The protests reportedly led to harassment and physical intimidation of Jewish students on campus.
The lawsuit seeks $30 million in damages for the disruption of academic activities and emotional distress.
Protesters demanded Columbia University divest from companies supporting Israel and grant amnesty to participants.
Columbia University is not named in the lawsuit, but several student and activist groups are included.