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Jewish Student Sues Columbia Over Suspension for Using Fart Spray at Protest

The lawsuit challenges the university's response to the incident, claiming a breach of due process and anti-Semitic discrimination.

  • A Jewish student at Columbia University is suing the school after being suspended for using novelty fart sprays during a pro-Palestinian rally.
  • Initially reported as a chemical attack, the incident involved non-toxic sprays purchased on Amazon, leading to widespread misinformation.
  • The student, a former IDF member, claims the university's actions were biased and that he faced anti-Semitic harassment.
  • Columbia University faces criticism for its handling of the incident amidst broader concerns over its response to anti-Semitism.
  • The lawsuit coincides with a congressional hearing on anti-Semitism, highlighting systemic issues at Columbia and other universities.
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