Jewish Students Assaulted by Masked Attackers at DePaul University

The attack on two students showing support for Israel is under investigation as a potential hate crime.

Two Jewish students were attacked by masked individuals outside DePaul University's Lincoln Park campus while visibly supporting Israel.
The incident occurred on Wednesday afternoon in front of the Student Center, resulting in minor injuries for the students who declined medical treatment.
University President Robert Manuel condemned the attack, highlighting it as a violation of DePaul's values and a threat to campus safety.
The Chicago Police Department is investigating the assault to determine if it qualifies as a hate crime due to the students' Jewish identity.
The attack comes amid a national rise in antisemitic incidents, with significant increases reported by the Anti-Defamation League and other organizations.