Morning Wire Anti-Israel College Protests & U.S. Troops Leave Niger | Afternoon Update | 4.22.24
Apr 22, 2024
Protests are heating up at Yale University as anti-Israel demonstrations erupt, prompting police involvement. Meanwhile, Columbia's president addresses harassment of Jewish students amidst the turmoil. In legal news, Donald Trump's ongoing courtroom battles come under scrutiny. On the military front, U.S. troops are withdrawing from Niger, and a diver miraculously survives an alligator attack, showcasing incredible resilience. These urgent topics highlight a dynamic and challenging landscape.
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Yale Protests and Arrests
- Anti-Israel protests at Yale led to arrests after demonstrators refused to leave.
- A Jewish student journalist covering the protest was allegedly jabbed in the eye with a flagpole.
Columbia University Virtual Classes
- Columbia University held virtual classes due to anti-Israel protests and harassment of Jewish students.
- The university president denounced anti-Semitic behavior and intimidation.
Trump Hush-Money Trial Update
- Opening arguments in Trump's hush-money trial began, focusing on Michael Cohen's credibility.
- Trump's lawyers argued the charges weren't criminal, and Trump addressed bond restrictions in another case.