Pro-Palestinian campus protests erupt nationwide as Biden walks tightrope

Pro-Palestinian encampment protests demanding that universities divest from Israel spread to over 40 universities following the start of a protest at Columbia University. Protests are sparked by the Gaza conflict and students' objections to university investments connected to Israel. Police are called to clear encampments at Columbia, UCLA, UT-Austin, and dozens of other campuses. Biden walks a difficult political tightrope, condemning antisemitism and disruption while affirming the right to protest and expressing concern for Palestinian civilian casualties in Gaza. The protests create notable political headaches, angering pro-Israel Jewish voters and donors while failing to satisfy progressive base voters demanding a ceasefire.