Trump's Crackdown Sparks Protests at Columbia University Amidst Shift in Campus Atmosphere
Protests are taking place at Columbia University amid a new era of increased security measures implemented by President Trump's administration, which activists see as both a response to dissent and a catalyst for further activism.
Protests are erupting across US universities as a response to Trump's crackdown on free speech and student activism, with Columbia University witnessing a significant shift in atmosphere under new policy changes aimed at increasing security measures. Activists see both the increased policing as an opportunity for resistance, citing Trump's administration as a catalyst for their movement. The protests are a manifestation of students' desire to reclaim and protect their right to free speech and dissent on campus. As the demonstrations continue, it remains to be seen whether they will yield any tangible change or simply serve as a symbolic rejection of the government's stance.
