Protesters occupying Hamilton Hall at Columbia University in New York face expulsion, as stated by the university. Columbia University spokesman Ben Chang issued a statement on Tuesday, announcing consequences for students who seized the building. The university has restricted access to the campus until the situation is resolved.
In response to the protests, Columbia University has implemented various restrictions on student access to facilities and services. Chang emphasized the importance of restoring safety and order on campus.
Video footage on social media captured protesters barricading themselves inside Hamilton Hall, damaging property, and displaying pro-Palestinian banners. The university warned that further disruptions by protesters would result in consequences, including expulsion for those involved in the occupation.
Prior to the occupation of Hamilton Hall, Columbia University had already begun suspending students involved in the protest encampment. Despite efforts to disband the initial encampment, a second one has since emerged.
