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Journalist arrested during tense protest at Austin, Texas school
the police are in texas A journalist was arrested while covering protests at the University of Texas at Austin. A Fox 7 cameraman was reportedly caught between protesters and law enforcement and arrested.
Police and students clashed after dozens of local police and state troopers lined up to prevent protesters from marching on campus. They detained several people. Texas Governor Greg Abbott said the arrests would continue until “the crowd disperses.”
“These protesters should be in jail,” he said.
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Local News Station Fox 7 Austin confirmed One of the photographers was reportedly arrested on campus during Wednesday's protest.
The video shows the photographer being dragged backwards to the ground. texas A police officer of the Public Security Department. According to police, the man was then taken into custody and taken to the jail.
University faculty members texas UT Austin on Wednesday condemned what they called a “militarized response” to pro-Palestinian protests on campus.
The statement said the peaceful, planned action was disrupted by police and state troopers, who responded violently, “putting our entire community at risk.”
“We have witnessed police beating female students, knocking down legal monitors, dragging students over chain-link fences, and violently arresting students for simply standing in front of a crowd. “I did,” he said in a statement.
In response, teachers announced Thursday would be “no business as usual” and classes, grading and homework would be canceled. They called for a rally on campus Thursday at 12:15 p.m.
Many of the protesters at the University of Texas dispersedbut others have returned to the South Lawn. large police presence It has declined. The Public Security Bureau confirmed the following in an official statement: 20 people were arrested As a result of today's protests.
As protests continue at the university, texas In Austin, police urged residents to disperse in an audio announcement heard throughout the campus. From local news reporter Ryan Chandler:
This is a photo from Austin. Police, some on horseback and with batons, cordoned off UT Austin's main lawn. texas He then dragged several students to the ground to prevent protesters from marching on campus.
Journalist arrested during tense protest at Austin, Texas school
the police are in texas A journalist was arrested while covering protests at the University of Texas at Austin. A Fox 7 cameraman was reportedly caught between protesters and law enforcement and arrested.
Police and students clashed after dozens of local police and state troopers lined up to prevent protesters from marching on campus. They detained several people. Texas Governor Greg Abbott said the arrests would continue until “the crowd disperses.”
“These protesters should be in jail,” he said.
Cal Poly Humboldt, a public university on California's far north coast where pro-Palestinian students have occupied campus buildings, announced Wednesday it would remain closed through the weekend.
Despite large-scale demonstrations by local police, protesters barricaded themselves in Siemens Hall since Monday night and unsuccessfully attempted to force them out. Police arrested three protesters.
Students are also reportedly holding sit-ins in other buildings on campus.
The university said it was considering keeping the campus closed beyond the weekend and accused students of stealing items and violating “numerous laws.”
Apart from clashes with police, media reported that the atmosphere on campus was festive.The students there said: sacramento bee They felt they had to take action.
“I think the solution is to participate, because at least you can feel like you're doing your part. Even if it's not enough, you're doing your best to get something out of it.” I feel at peace,” one student said.
White House: Biden supports free speech on college campuses
Amid protests at universities across the country, the White House announced Wednesday: joe biden We support freedom of expression on college campuses.
“The president believes in the importance of free speech, debate and non-discrimination on college campuses,” press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre said at a news conference.
At least 10 people arrested at University of Texas at Austin
At least 10 protesters were arrested at the university texas in Austin, according to the school.
Dozens dressed in riot gear after hundreds of students walked out of class to protest the Gaza war and demand that universities divest from companies that make machines used in Israel's wars. State troopers and police officers were at the scene.
“UT Austin will not tolerate disruptions to campus activities and operations like those seen at other campuses,” the university's Office of Student Affairs said in a statement.
This is a critical time in the semester when students finish classes and study for final exams, and we act first and foremost to ensure that these important events can proceed without interruption.
Johnson asks Columbia University president to resign
house speakers mike johnsonHe gave a speech on the steps outside Columbia University's Law Library, calling for the president's resignation. Minoush Shafik, over her handling of protests at the school. Mr. Johnson said:
I am here today to join my colleagues in calling on President Shafik to resign if he cannot immediately bring order to this chaos.
Mr. Johnson's speech was interrupted several times by the crowd. “Enjoy free speech,” the speaker replied.
Mike Johnson slams university protests in remarks at Columbia University
The Speaker of the House of Representatives is mike johnson Holding a press conference surrounded by members of the House of Representatives republican partyAmid boos and chants of “I can't hear you” and “Free, Free Palestine.”
“The madness must stop,” Johnson said, adding that Jewish students had shared with him their experiences of “heinous acts of bigotry” because of their faith.
Quoting Winston Churchill, Prime Minister Johnson said: “It is clearly right that Jews should have a national home where some of them can be reunited.”
Johnson claimed that Columbia University is “hijacked by an extremist ideology” that “targets the backs of Jewish students”, adding:
Let me put it very simply: No American, regardless of color or creed, should ever live under such threat. That's not who we are in this country.
He said he met briefly with Columbia University's president and encouraged her to take further action against protesters.
Summarize this content to 100 words Journalist arrested during tense protest at Austin, Texas schoolthe police are in texas A journalist was arrested while covering protests at the University of Texas at Austin. A Fox 7 cameraman was reportedly caught between protesters and law enforcement and arrested.Police and students clashed after dozens of local police and state troopers lined up to prevent protesters from marching on campus. They detained several people. Texas Governor Greg Abbott said the arrests would continue until “the crowd disperses.””These protesters should be in jail,” he said.shareUpdate date and time 00:57 Central European Timeimportant eventsShow only major eventsPlease turn on JavaScript to use this featureLocal News Station Fox 7 Austin confirmed One of the photographers was reportedly arrested on campus during Wednesday's protest.The video shows the photographer being dragged backwards to the ground. texas A police officer of the Public Security Department. According to police, the man was then taken into custody and taken to the jail.shareUpdate date and time 02.36 Central European TimeUniversity faculty members texas UT Austin on Wednesday condemned what they called a “militarized response” to pro-Palestinian protests on campus.The statement said the peaceful, planned action was disrupted by police and state troopers, who responded violently, “putting our entire community at risk.”“We have witnessed police beating female students, knocking down legal monitors, dragging students over chain-link fences, and violently arresting students for simply standing in front of a crowd. “I did,” he said in a statement.In response, teachers announced Thursday would be “no business as usual” and classes, grading and homework would be canceled. They called for a rally on campus Thursday at 12:15 p.m.shareUpdate date and time 02:40 CESTMany of the protesters at the University of Texas dispersedbut others have returned to the South Lawn. large police presence It has declined. The Public Security Bureau confirmed the following in an official statement: 20 people were arrested As a result of today's protests.About 10 minutes earlier, there were about 90 police officers in riot gear on this lawn. Less than five minutes after they left, the protesters returned.It could be a long night. pic.twitter.com/sTHde6EspD— Ryan Chandler (@RyanChandlerTV) April 24, 2024shareUpdate date and time 02.09 Central European TimeAs protests continue at the university, texas In Austin, police urged residents to disperse in an audio announcement heard throughout the campus. From local news reporter Ryan Chandler:It was played on intercoms throughout UT Austin's campus.“In the name of the people of the state of Texas, I order you to disband.”Roads leading here are closed and buildings are sealed off pic.twitter.com/svsc8VRvtp— Ryan Chandler (@RyanChandlerTV) April 24, 2024shareUpdate date and time 01:33 Central European TimeThis is a photo from Austin. Police, some on horseback and with batons, cordoned off UT Austin's main lawn. texas He then dragged several students to the ground to prevent protesters from marching on campus.Demonstrators chant chants during a pro-Palestinian protest at the University of Texas. Photo: Mikala Compton/APA woman is arrested during a pro-Palestinian protest at the University of Texas. Photo: Jay Janner/APTexas police officers in riot gear attempt to quell a pro-Palestinian protest. Photo: Jay Janner/APPro-Palestinian demonstrators march at the University of Texas. Photo: Jay Janner/APTexas state troopers push students back. Photo: Jay Janner/APPro-Palestinian students protest against the Israel-Gaza war on the campus of the University of Texas at Austin. Photo: Suzanne Cordeiro/AFP/Getty ImagesshareUpdate date and time 01.32 Central European TimeJournalist arrested during tense protest at Austin, Texas schoolthe police are in texas A journalist was arrested while covering protests at the University of Texas at Austin. A Fox 7 cameraman was reportedly caught between protesters and law enforcement and arrested.Police and students clashed after dozens of local police and state troopers lined up to prevent protesters from marching on campus. They detained several people. Texas Governor Greg Abbott said the arrests would continue until “the crowd disperses.””These protesters should be in jail,” he said.shareUpdate date and time 00:57 Central European TimeCal Poly Humboldt, a public university on California's far north coast where pro-Palestinian students have occupied campus buildings, announced Wednesday it would remain closed through the weekend.Despite large-scale demonstrations by local police, protesters barricaded themselves in Siemens Hall since Monday night and unsuccessfully attempted to force them out. Police arrested three protesters.Students are also reportedly holding sit-ins in other buildings on campus.The university said it was considering keeping the campus closed beyond the weekend and accused students of stealing items and violating “numerous laws.”Apart from clashes with police, media reported that the atmosphere on campus was festive.The students there said: sacramento bee They felt they had to take action.”I think the solution is to participate, because at least you can feel like you're doing your part. Even if it's not enough, you're doing your best to get something out of it.” I feel at peace,” one student said.shareUpdate date and time 00:20 Central European TimeWhite House: Biden supports free speech on college campusesAmid protests at universities across the country, the White House announced Wednesday: joe biden We support freedom of expression on college campuses.”The president believes in the importance of free speech, debate and non-discrimination on college campuses,” press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre said at a news conference.shareUpdate date and time 00:57 Central European TimeAt least 10 people arrested at University of Texas at AustinAt least 10 protesters were arrested at the university texas in Austin, according to the school.Dozens dressed in riot gear after hundreds of students walked out of class to protest the Gaza war and demand that universities divest from companies that make machines used in Israel's wars. State troopers and police officers were at the scene.Police attempted to disperse the crowd and arrested one person. This is happening directly below the UT Tower. I've been going here for 4 years and have never seen anything like this. pic.twitter.com/EaYBphtTzh— Ryan Chandler (@RyanChandlerTV) April 24, 2024The size of the protest has at least tripled in the past two hours. The university prohibits protests on the South Lawn, but tents have been set up. Law enforcement has a hard time cracking down on it. pic.twitter.com/KVqRDJL2Qh— Ryan Chandler (@RyanChandlerTV) April 24, 2024″UT Austin will not tolerate disruptions to campus activities and operations like those seen at other campuses,” the university's Office of Student Affairs said in a statement.
This is a critical time in the semester when students finish classes and study for final exams, and we act first and foremost to ensure that these important events can proceed without interruption.
shareUpdate date and time 22:57 Central European TimeJohnson asks Columbia University president to resignhouse speakers mike johnsonHe gave a speech on the steps outside Columbia University's Law Library, calling for the president's resignation. Minoush Shafik, over her handling of protests at the school. Mr. Johnson said:
I am here today to join my colleagues in calling on President Shafik to resign if he cannot immediately bring order to this chaos.
Mr. Johnson's speech was interrupted several times by the crowd. “Enjoy free speech,” the speaker replied.Speaker of the House Mike Johnson (R-Louisiana) at Columbia University: “I join my colleagues here today to address the president.” [Minouche] If he is unable to immediately bring order to this chaos, Shafiq will resign. ” pic.twitter.com/90fUsRUGWF— The Recount (@therecount) April 24, 2024shareUpdate date and time 22:36 Central European TimeMike Johnson slams university protests in remarks at Columbia UniversityThe Speaker of the House of Representatives is mike johnson Holding a press conference surrounded by members of the House of Representatives republican partyAmid boos and chants of “I can't hear you” and “Free, Free Palestine.””The madness must stop,” Johnson said, adding that Jewish students had shared with him their experiences of “heinous acts of bigotry” because of their faith.Quoting Winston Churchill, Prime Minister Johnson said: “It is clearly right that Jews should have a national home where some of them can be reunited.”Johnson claimed that Columbia University is “hijacked by an extremist ideology” that “targets the backs of Jewish students”, adding:
Let me put it very simply: No American, regardless of color or creed, should ever live under such threat. That's not who we are in this country.
He said he met briefly with Columbia University's president and encouraged her to take further action against protesters.Mike Johnson attends a press conference at Columbia University in New York City. Photo: David Dee Delgado/ReutersshareUpdate date and time 22.28 Central European Time
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