Isra Hirsi, daughter of Rep. Ilhan Omar, was suspended from college for her involvement in a pro-Palestinian encampment at Columbia University. The encampment was organized by Columbia Students for Justice in Palestine to push for divestment from apartheid and genocide. The students were warned to disperse and faced sanctions if they did not comply.
Key Points
Isra Hirsi suspended for involvement in pro-Palestinian encampment at Columbia University
Encampment organized by Columbia Students for Justice in Palestine
Students warned to disperse and faced sanctions if they did not comply
Pros
Standing in solidarity with Palestinians facing genocide
Advocating for divestment from companies complicit in genocide
Cons
Facing suspension from college
Potential sanctions for involvement in the encampment