Harvard Commencement Marred by Controversy Over Maria Ressa's Speech

Nobel laureate's remarks on antisemitism and Big Tech spark confrontation and student protests

Rabbi Hirschy Zarchi confronted Maria Ressa onstage over perceived antisemitic comments.
More than 1,000 students walked out in protest of the university's handling of pro-Palestinian demonstrators.
Ressa's speech warned graduates about the dangers of Big Tech and rising fascism.
The controversy follows a contentious year at Harvard marked by Israel-Hamas conflict debates.
Harvard's decision to block diplomas for 13 students involved in protests added to the tensions.