Additional pro-Palestinian demonstrators detained at UT-Austin

Arrests resumed at the University of Texas at Austin amid ongoing demonstrations in support of Palestinians. At least 40 demonstrators were observed being arrested on Monday. The arrests started after protesters formed an encampment on the South Mall following a pro-Palestinian rally. UT police and DPS troopers handled the arrests, with some protesters requiring medical attention. Governor Greg Abbott applauded the arrests, emphasizing that encampments would not be allowed. The UT police department issued a dispersal order citing violations of Penal Code sections. The arrests followed a chaotic student walkout last Wednesday, with charges later dropped.

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