The Office of Student Conduct at UCLA has recommended banning Students for Justice in Palestine after its members vandalized a member of the Board of Regents' home. The group put red handprints on the garage door and blocked a family member from leaving.
Key Points
Recommendation to ban Students for Justice in Palestine at UCLA and suspend Graduate SJP at UCLA's status for four years.
Red handprints used as a symbol by the pro-Palestinian movement originated in a violent context.
Trump administration included UCLA on a list of universities for special investigation on antisemitism.
Pros
Taking action against vandalism and disruption of a member of the Board of Regents' home.
Sending a message against antisemitism and inappropriate behavior on campus.
Cons
Potential backlash from supporters of Students for Justice in Palestine.
Impact on freedom of speech and expression on campus.