UCLA Pro-Palestinian Protesters Clash with Police Amid Congressional Hearing

Police swiftly dismantled a pro-Palestinian protest encampment at UCLA, which had blocked access to a campus building and prompted a tactical alert. The demonstrators, demanding UCLA divest from interests in Israel, continued their protest elsewhere on campus. Minor scuffles occurred, but no major disturbances were reported. UCLA officials warned that continued disruption could lead to arrests and disciplinary actions. The incident coincided with a congressional hearing on campus protests, where UCLA's Chancellor testified about the challenges of balancing free speech and campus safety.