WASHINGTON (AP) — Police began to clear a Pro-Palestinian tent encampment at George Washington University early Wednesday and arrested dozens of protesters, hours after dozens left the site and marched to President Ellen Granberg’s home.
Officials at the university in Washington, D.C., had warned of possible suspensions for students engaging in protest activities on University Yard.
“While the university is committed to protecting students’ rights to free expression, the encampment had evolved into an unlawful activity, with participants in direct violation of multiple university policies and city regulations,” the university said in a statement.
Local media had reported that some protesters were pepper sprayed as police stopped them from entering the encampment and nearly 30 people had been arrested, according to community organizers.
Advocates ask Supreme Court to back Louisiana's new mostly Black House district
Kylie Minogue looks effortlessly chic in a pink silk co
Usher puts on a sizzling display as he takes a bath in sexy Essence cover
Ivan Toney and Brentford teammate Nathan Collins have a heated argument on the pitch
Selena Gomez says she is releasing her pent
What kind of cancer did O.J. Simpson die from?
Blunders cost Crusaders dearly in loss to Waratahs
What kind of cancer did O.J. Simpson die from?
James Argent showcases his toned arms following 14
Immigration declines nearly half of study visa applications from India so far this year