UCLA Chancellor Testifies Before US House Committee on Campus Tensions =============== #1405ea7c ver:0.48 Protests on US college campuses over the Israeli-Palestinian conflict continue to generate controversy and debate. Some universities have diverted funds from diversity initiatives to safety and policing, sparking criticism. Right-wing groups are using the issue to further their political agenda, leading to crackdowns on protests. Despite challenges, Palestinian voices are being amplified and awareness raised. Former President Trump's comments have fueled polarization. Law enforcement agencies have disbanded encampments, but a study shows most protests have been peaceful. The protests draw comparisons to the 1960s student protests. The conflict is impacting academic institutions and their programming. Students feel silenced and frustrated. Public school officials emphasize commitment to inclusivity. Indigenous leader Ellen Gabriel supports the protests and calls for divestment from war profiteers. UCLA Chancellor testifies about handling of protests. Harvard reaches negotiated resolution with protesters. #CampusProtests #IsraeliPalestinianConflict #FreeSpeech #SocialJustice... #newstr #Ucla #Protests #Israel #Gaza #CampusTensions #HousePanel https://here.news/story/1405ea7c?ver=0.48