Anti-war protestors arrested at Washington University by police

Washington University campus community members and local activists protested against the university’s investment in Boeing due to its supplies to Israel, calling for an end to the war in Gaza. The protest was declared unlawful by police after protestors set up camp at Tisch Park. Over 80 protestors were arrested for trespassing, with some facing additional charges. Students at universities have been urging divestment from Boeing due to its ties to Israel. The protest reflects a wave of demonstrations on college campuses across the U.S. criticizing limitations on freedom of expression. Faculty and students called for the university to respect free speech rights.

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