Pro-Palestinian Protesters Arrested at Art Institute of Chicago
Nearly 70 pro-Palestinian protesters were arrested outside the Art Institute of Chicago for trying to set up tents. The protesters turned violent, surrounded and shoved a security officer, and stole keys to the museum. The Art Institute tried negotiating with the protesters, offering an alternative location, but they refused. The Chicago Police Department eventually ended the protest, arresting around 50 people.
Key Points
- Pro-Palestinian protesters arrested outside Art Institute of Chicago
- Protesters tried to set up tents on the museum's North Garden
- Protesters refused to engage in discussions and turned violent
- Art Institute offered an alternative location for the protest
- Chicago Police Department eventually cleared the protesters
Cons
- Protesters turned violent
- Surrounded and shoved a security officer
- Stole keys to the museum
- Blocked emergency exits and barricaded gates