Gaza protests

Darializa Avila Chevalier leads Rep. Adriano Espaillat in a Democratic primary poll for New York’s 13th Congressional District. Avila Chevalier, supported by Mayor Zohran Mamdani, holds a 39-35 advantage based on 319 likely voter interviews. Espaillat’s allies have criticized Mamdani’s endorsement, citing past political alliances.

Nine protesters arrested during the dismantling of a pro-Palestinian encampment at Swarthmore College appeared in Delaware County court to face trespassing charges. The defendants, known as the 'Swarthmore 9,' criticized the college for prioritizing investments over community values and filed a motion to dismiss the charges, with a trial scheduled for June 29.

Jewish Columbia University professors filed an antisemitism claim with the university and the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, accusing the institution of taking sides in the Israel-Hamas war and punishing them for supporting Gaza protests.

Columbia University agreed to a $21m antisemitism fund following Gaza protests, intended to compensate Jewish employees for a hostile work environment. Jewish faculty members, including those supporting Palestinian rights, have filed claims alleging harassment as Jews, though some claims may not align with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission's intended scope.

UK Labour Party leader Keir Starmer stated he supports the right to protest but suggested some Gaza-related marches might need to be banned following antisemitic attacks. He emphasized a balance between free speech and preventing hate crimes.

Keir Starmer emphasized the importance of defending protest rights but suggested some Gaza-related marches might need to be banned following antisemitic attacks. He called for action to address the issue while maintaining support for free speech.