Pro-Palestinian Protesters Barricade Cal State LA Building, Trapping University President and Staff

Demonstrators blocked entrances with furniture, prompting a shelter-in-place order and remote operations for the campus.

Pro-Palestinian protesters at California State University, Los Angeles, barricaded the Student Services building, trapping employees inside.
The university's president, Dr. Berenecea Johnson Eanes, was among those sheltering in place on the eighth floor.
Demonstrators used furniture and other objects to block entrances and exits, causing significant damage and graffiti.
University officials asked employees to shelter in place and moved classes and operations to remote status temporarily.
Protesters denied holding anyone hostage, stating their actions were aimed at demanding divestment and disclosure from the university.