Massive protests erupt on campuses nationwide, with demonstrators expressing support for Palestine and solidarity with Gaza.

Columbia University Encampment

Pro-Palestinian protesters establish an encampment at Columbia University, prompting a police presence to control the crowds.

Demonstrations in California and Texas

Wednesday sees several protests in California and Texas, including clashes between protesters and police at the University of Southern California and demonstrations in Austin and San Antonio.

Signs of Solidarity

Protesters display signs reading Palestine has always been a land with people and chant Free Palestine as tensions escalate.

Police Intervention

Law enforcement intervenes, removing tents and detaining individuals, with reports of clashes and arrests at various university campuses.

Calls for Action

Students call for divestment from the Middle East conflict, demanding universities cut ties with Israel and companies supporting the ongoing conflict.

Political Responses

White House Press Secretary emphasizes the importance of peaceful protests and student safety, while Speaker of the House calls for university leadership changes.

Ongoing Tensions

As tensions persist on college campuses, the voices of protesters and their demands for solidarity with Palestine continue to reverberate across the nation.

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