Pro-Palestinian Protests Disrupt NYC Traffic, Result in 325 Arrests

Organized by several groups, protesters blocked major bridges and the Holland Tunnel during rush hour, leading to significant disruptions and widespread criticism.

Pro-Palestinian protests in New York City on Monday morning blocked traffic on the Brooklyn, Manhattan and Williamsburg bridges and the Holland Tunnel, causing major disruptions during rush hour.
The protests were organized by several groups, including the Palestinian Youth Movement, the New York chapter of Democratic Socialists of America, and the New York chapter of Jewish Voice for Peace, among others.
Protesters linked arms and sat in the roadway, chanting 'free Palestine' and other slogans. Some protesters used cement-filled tires to make it more difficult for police to disperse them.
The New York Police Department reported 325 arrests, with many protesters facing misdemeanor charges. The protests were cleared by 11:15 a.m.
The protests have drawn criticism from commuting New Yorkers and some government officials, with concerns raised about the potential hindrance to emergency vehicles.