Columbia University Faces Intense Protests and Security Concerns

Protests over the Israel-Hamas conflict have escalated at Columbia University, leading to building takeovers and heightened security measures.

Protesters at Columbia University have occupied buildings and demanded the university divest from Israel, increase financial transparency, and grant amnesty.
The university has responded by limiting campus access and suspending some students, amid ongoing safety and security concerns.
Former President Trump criticized the protests, comparing the unrest to the Charlottesville rally and blaming President Biden for not addressing the situation.
Police have been called to campuses nationwide to manage similar protests, with some encounters leading to accusations of excessive force and violations of free speech.
The protests are part of a broader, nationwide movement on college campuses responding to the Israel-Hamas war, with many demanding an end to U.S. support for Israel.