Pro-Palestinian Protest at Columbia University Results in 80 Arrests Amid Violent Clashes
Pro-Palestinian demonstrators occupy Butler Library at Columbia University, leading to 80 arrests and new scrutiny from federal authorities regarding visa statuses.
In total, the NYPD made 80 arrests – 19 males and 61 females, according to a source.
Mostly women arrested in Columbia University library takeover: NYPD
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Police Arrest Dozens of Pro-Palestinian Protesters at Columbia
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Pro-Hamas thugs are no longer welcome in our great nation.
NYPD detains 80 'pro-Hamas thugs' accused of Columbia library takeover as Rubio targets visas
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The State Department’s actions follow a pro-Palestinan protest that began late Wednesday afternoon at Butler Library, Columbia University’s main library.
Rubio reviewing visas for anti-Israel protesters in Columbia's library
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These developments reflect a deeper ideological convergence between far-left anti-capitalist activism and militant anti-Israel networks.
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The university has taken a number of steps to try to prevent similar incidents from happening—after pressure from the Trump Administration.
What to Know About the Latest Protests at Columbia
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Columbia University, one of the top-ranked US universities, was the site of large demonstrations last year when student protests against Israel’s war in Gaza erupted on more than 100 campuses across the US.
Pro-Palestinian protesters arrested at US’s Columbia University
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The standoff comes at a fragile moment for the university, as it faces a crackdown by the Trump administration over its response to student protests against the war in Gaza last spring.
Dozens of pro-Palestinian protesters arrested after Columbia calls in police
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The reaction from university administrators was different than that the students experienced in 2024.
Columbia students escorted from Butler Library in handcuffs after short-lived occupation
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The protest came just over a year after encampments at Columbia triggered similar protests at college campuses across the country.
NYPD arrests pro-Palestinian protesters after Columbia University library takeover
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It is completely unacceptable that some individuals are choosing to disrupt academic activities as our students are studying and preparing for final exams.
Multiple people in custody after pro-Palestinian demonstration at Columbia University library
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Disruptions to our academic activities will not be tolerated and are violations of our rules and policies; this is especially unacceptable while our students study and prepare for final exams.
Pro-Palestinian protesters take over room in Columbia University library
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Pro-Palestinian demonstrators clash with security guards at Columbia University
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The anti-Israel protestors soon began to clash with Public Safety officers who instructed them to provide ID and leave the library or face arrest.
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It is completely unacceptable that some individuals are choosing to disrupt academic activities as our students are studying and preparing for final exams.
Columbia University safety officers clash with pro-Palestinian demonstrators occupying library room
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Summary
On May 7, pro-Palestinian activists occupied Columbia University's Butler Library, resulting in 80 arrests, including 61 females. At least 50 arrested were Columbia students. Protesters declared the library a 'liberated zone' named after Palestinian writer Bassel al-Araj and protested university ties to Israel. Two Columbia security officers were injured during the unrest. Acting Columbia President Claire Shipman condemned the actions, stating they disrupted academic activities, particularly during finals. Secretary of State Rubio announced a review of visa statuses for those involved, emphasizing potential deportations for illegal activities amid rising concerns of antisemitism on campus.
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The protest at Columbia University involved anti-Israeli demonstrators who disrupted studying during finals week, leading to clashes with public safety officials and multiple arrests by the NYPD.
Columbia's administration condemned the protests, stating such disruptions of academic activities are unacceptable and warned that individuals may face disciplinary actions. They reiterated their commitment to ensuring safety and order on campus, especially amid the exams.
The university has implemented stricter policies regarding protests and has increased security measures under pressure from the Trump administration, faced with scrutiny over handling protests and antisemitic incidents.
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