University of California Accused of Labor Violations Over Handling of Campus Protests

Faculty have been investigated for pro-Palestinian social media posts, arrested for exercising their free speech rights and were surveilled by university representatives, the state filing alleges.

Charges Filed Months After a Pro-Palestinian Camp Was Cleared at University of Michigan

“The First Amendment does not provide a cover for illegal activity,” Attorney General Dana Nessel said Thursday, a day after charges were filed.

Crowds of Pro-Palestinian Protesters Rally and March Outside Democratic Convention

Chicago Police Superintendent Larry Snelling said three journalists were among the 30 detained and 10 arrested protesters, but he did not have details on charges.

Lawsuit Accuses Oregon Police Department of Illegally Monitoring Progressive Activists

The city of Medford's police chief said the department prioritizes community safety while upholding constitutional rights.

US Colleges Revise Rules on Free Speech in Hopes of Containing Demonstrations

Universities say they encourage free speech as long as it doesn’t interfere with learning, and they insist they are simply updating existing rules to protect campus safety.

UCLA Can’t Allow Protesters to Block Jewish Students From Campus, Judge Rules

The preliminary injunction marks the first time a U.S. judge has ruled against a university over the demonstrations against the Israel-Hamas war on college campuses earlier this year.

Columbia’s President Resigns After Months of Turmoil Amid Israel-Hamas War

Shafik was heavily criticized by Republicans who accused her of not doing enough to combat concerns about antisemitism on Columbia’s campus.

San Francisco Prosecutors Charge 26 Pro-Palestinian Demonstrators Who Blocked Golden Gate Bridge

“While we must protect avenues for free speech, the exercise of free speech can not compromise public safety,” District Attorney Brooke Jenkins said in a statement.