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Columbia University has become a hotbed of anti-Israel protests, with one student describing the atmosphere on campus as “chaos and disorder.” A watchdog organization has released footage capturing the tense encounters between protesters and those questioning their actions. The protests have been met with concern, including from Democratic Rep. Gottheimer, who expressed worry about sending his children to Columbia in light of the demonstrations. Despite safety concerns, classes have transitioned to hybrid or remote learning on the main campus. The protests have sparked calls for the resignation of Columbia University President Minouche Shafik, and the cameraman filming the agitators was reportedly assaulted.

In the wake of rising tensions over the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, Columbia University has suspended in-person classes and Yale University has apprehended numerous students for trespassing.

Prominent U.S. universities, including Columbia, New York University, Yale, and Harvard, have implemented various measures to address rising tensions on their campuses over Israel’s conflict with Hamas. Actions range from canceling in-person classes to restricting access to campus grounds. The demonstrations have sparked debates between pro-Palestinian and pro-Israel students, with concerns raised about free expression, safety, and antisemitism. University presidents attempt to mitigate the situation while facing criticism and calls for resignations.