White House urges non-violence in pro-Palestinian demonstrations at US universities after hundreds arrested

The White House stressed the importance of maintaining non-violence in recent pro-Palestinian demonstrations at US universities, with hundreds arrested. National Security Council spokesman condemns hate speech and anti-Semitism but supports peaceful protests. Protests spread from Columbia University, leading to arrests at various campuses. Jill Stein among those arrested at Washington University, criticizing police tactics.

Apr 28, 2024 - 17:00
White House urges non-violence in pro-Palestinian demonstrations at US universities after hundreds arrested
The White House stressed the importance of maintaining non-violence in recent pro-Palestinian demonstrations at US universities, with hundreds arrested. National Security Council spokesman condemns hate speech and anti-Semitism but supports peaceful protests. Protests spread from Columbia University, leading to arrests at various campuses. Jill Stein among those arrested at Washington University, criticizing police tactics.