U.S. Colleges Confront Wave of Gaza Solidarity Protests Amid Police Crackdowns

As campuses nationwide face escalating tensions, administrations struggle to balance free speech with safety and educational priorities.

Nationwide, mostly peaceful pro-Palestinian campus protests have sparked significant police interventions, leading to hundreds of arrests.
Historical parallels drawn between current Gaza solidarity protests and past campus movements, emphasizing a tradition of student-led activism.
MIT President cites security concerns as justification for forcibly clearing prominent encampment, reflecting a broader trend of administrative crackdowns.
Debates intensify over the impact of campus protests on Jewish students and accusations of antisemitism amidst a charged political backdrop.
Experts and students argue the role of universities in political debates, with some calling for neutrality and others demanding active stances on global issues.