Columbia University Rally Turns Violent as Protesters Chant in Support of Hamas Demands
Anti-Israel protesters in New York held a rally at Columbia University, chanting in support of Hamas and demanding significant changes from NYC Mayor Eric Adams' administration regarding the Palestinian cause.
Anti- Israel protesters in New York gathered at Columbia University for a rally, chanting in support of Hamas and demanding changes from NYC Mayor Eric Adams' advisor Dr. Rashid Khalidi, known as a Palestinian scholar, to make major alterations to the city's stance on Palestine issues. The 'From Harlem to Gaza' march aimed to show solidarity with Palestinians and express opposition to Israel's actions. Protesters called for increased funding to support Palestinian causes and an end to what they see as pro-Israel bias in the city. The rally drew hundreds of people who expressed strong emotions and demands for change.