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Ben & Jerry's co-founder Ben Cohen arrested after Senate Gaza protest: Ben Cohen and six others were arrested during the protest in the US Senate ...
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More than 1,000 Starbucks baristas go on strike to protest new dress code: More than 1,000 Starbucks baristas at 75 U.S. stores have gone on strike since Sunday ...
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Image from the original article. Source: Māori lawmakers who performed a protest haka receive temporary bans from New Zealand's Parliament
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Key FactsAcceptable Occasions for Performing a Haka
11h · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: thespinoff.co.nz
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: thespinoff.co.nz
- Three MPs were suspended after performing a haka in Parliament.
- Performing a haka is acceptable in certain contexts, such as at sports events or welcoming foreigners, but not during political protests or inappropriate settings.
- The cultural significance of the haka varies by context and can be seen as both an expression of identity and a political statement.
- It is essential to respect the haka as a sacred cultural expression and consider the circumstances under which it is performed.
"The process was grossly unjust, unfair, and unwarranted, resulting in an extreme sanction. This was not about process, this became personal."— Mariameno Kapa-Kingi, Te Pāti Māori MP for Te Tai Tokerau and member of the Privileges Committee, commented on the sanctions.
Ben & Jerry's Co-Founder Ben Cohen Responds After RFK Jr. Protest Arrest: Ben Cohen has previously been arrested for demonstrations supporting press freedom and ...
newsweek.com/ben-jerrys-co-founder-arrested-during-rfk-jr-testimony-2072418

Ben & Jerry’s co-founder arrested after disrupting Senate hearing with pro-Gaza protest
nbcnews.com/politics/congress/ben-jerrys-co-founder-arrested-disrupting-senate-hearing-gaza-protest-rcna206940

Israel’s presence still roils Eurovision a year after major protests over the war in Gaza
apnews.com/article/eurovision-israel-gaza-protests-yuval-raphael-basel-e484340e9d33ba5fb3926e10a668c86a

Robert De Niro calls for protest against 'philistine' Trump as Cannes opens: Hollywood icon Robert De Niro lambasted "philistine" U.S. President Donald Trump on ...
reuters.com/business/media-telecom/robert-de-niro-calls-protest-against-philistine-trump-cannes-opens-2025-05-13/
As Army plans parade for its 250th anniversary, protesters prepare, too: An event billed as a protest of Trump “and the War Machine” is being planned for June 14 ...
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JnU protesters spend night on road, vow to continue sit-in until demands met: As of 10:00am today, demonstrators remain at the site, refusing to leave until ...
thedailystar.net/news/bangladesh/news/jnu-protesters-spend-night-road-vow-continue-sit-until-demands-met-3895126

Capitol Police Arrest 26 Protesters Demanding GOP Drop Plans to Gut Medicaid: On Capitol Hill, police arrested more than two dozen people Tuesday as they ...
democracynow.org/2025/5/14/headlines/capitol_police_arrest_26_protesters_demanding_gop_drop_plans_to_gut_medicaid

Minister drops C-word in Parliament: Workplace Relations Minister Brooke van Velden has dropped the C-bomb in Parliament in protest over the slur being directed ...
odt.co.nz/news/national/minister-drops-c-word-parliament

Protesters rally in Worcester over ICE arrest of immigrant: More than 200 people protested on Worcester Common against the Trump administration‘s immigrant ...
bostonglobe.com/2025/05/13/metro/protesters-rally-worcester-over-ice-arrest-immigrant/

Image from the original article. Source: Proposed Medicaid cuts by Republicans leave patients and doctors fearing the worst
nbcnews.com/health/health-news/proposed-medicaid-cuts-republicans-leave-patients-doctors-fearing-wors-rcna206597

Key FactsNew Medicaid Work Requirements Across the United States
23h · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: newsweek.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: newsweek.com
- New legislation mandates 80 hours of verified community engagement monthly for Medicaid recipients aged 19 to 55.
- House Republicans are advocating for work requirements that would require certain recipients to engage in activities like work or volunteering to maintain health benefits.
- The proposal could lead to approximately 600,000 individuals losing Medicaid coverage and shift costs to state governments.
- Critics express concerns about the negative impact on healthcare access, while supporters believe it will promote employment and reduce fraud.
"Work reporting requirements create administrative burdens for already vulnerable populations."— Jamila Michener, Associate Professor of Government and Public Policy at Cornell University, discussing the negative impacts of work requirements on healthcare access.
'You Will Kill Me': Dozens Arrested Protesting GOP Medicaid Cuts at US Capitol: "The only humane thing to do is to kill the bill before it kills all of us ...
commondreams.org/news/republican-bill-to-cut-medicaid

Is spraying graffiti on a Telsa actually ‘domestic terrorism’? What California law says
pressdemocrat.com/article/news/tesla-vandalism-laws/
‘You will kill me’: Protester screams at Alabama congressman during hearing on Medicaid cuts
al.com/politics/2025/05/you-will-kill-me-protester-screams-at-alabama-congressman-during-hearing-on-medicaid-cuts.html

Ottawa pro-Palestinian protesters claim legal victory after all charges dropped: All charges were dropped against five pro-Palestinian protesters arrested in ...
ottawacitizen.com/news/ottawa-pro-palestinian-protesters-claim-legal-victory-after-all-charges-dropped

CBO: GOP Medicaid plan would make 7.6 million people uninsured: The Medicaid portion of the House GOP’s massive domestic policy bill would result in 10 ...
thehill.com/policy/healthcare/5298593-cbo-gop-medicaid-plan-would-make-7-6-million-people-uninsured/

Protesters hold 'Free Kashmir' demonstration outside London's India House: Around 60 activists gathered for a Free Kashmir rally outside of the India House in ...
middleeasteye.net/news/protesters-hold-free-kashmir-demonstration-outside-india-house-london

Malay-Islamic NGOs to hold rally on May 24: A coalition of Malay and Islamic NGOs plans to hold a rally in Kuala Lumpur on May 24 to protest the government’s ...
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Image from the original article. Source: Thousands of people demonstrate nationwide for an AfD ban: Under the slogan "No more excuses!", the demonstrators call on politicians to initiate a ban procedure ...
sueddeutsche.de/politik/demonstrationen-afd-verbot-li.3250998
Key FactsDemonstrations for AfD Ban Reach New Heights
May 11 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: spiegel.de
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: spiegel.de
- Thousands demonstrated in over 60 German cities for an AfD ban.
- The event was organized by "Together Against the Right" and other groups calling for a ban procedure before the Federal Constitutional Court.
- CDU Secretary General Carsten Linnemann and CSU leader Markus Söder expressed skepticism about a ban, while Green Party's Britta Haßelmann emphasized the dangers posed by the AfD.
- Haßelmann called for a quick review and initiation of a ban procedure against the AfD.
"The CDU must confront the dangers posed by the AfD and take a clear position now."— Britta Haßelmann, leader of the Green parliamentary group, speaks on the need for a prohibition procedure against the AfD.
Demonstration in Halle: Around 750 people protest against the AfD on the market square in Halle
mz.de/lokal/halle-saale/etwa-750-menschen-protestieren-auf-dem-marktplatz-in-halle-gegen-die-afd-4047676

Bonn: Hundreds demonstrate in Bonn for an AfD ban: Across Germany, thousands are taking to the streets demanding a ban on the AfD. In Bonn ...
ga.de/bonn/stadt-bonn/bonn-hunderte-demonstrieren-in-bonn-fuer-ein-afd-verbot_aid-127267851

Demonstrators in Giessen want AfD ban: Hundreds of members of local alliances demand consequences from the party's classification as "confirmed right-wing ...
giessener-anzeiger.de/stadt-giessen/demonstranten-in-giessen-wollen-afd-verbot-93726794.html

Against fascism: 98-year-old World War II veteran drives a tank over a Tesla: "We defeated fascism once, we will do it again," Ken Turner previously stated ...
derstandard.at/story/3000000269225/gegen-faschismus-98-jaehriger-weltkriegsveteran-faehrt-mit-panzer-ueber-tesla

Quakers march against Trump's crackdown on immigrants, carrying on long faith tradition
richmond.com/life-entertainment/nation-world/faith-values/article_5f88b417-a64b-5022-9811-16677989e712.html

Image from the original article. Source: Pension reform: Bärbel Bas wants to bring civil servants and the self-employed into the pension fund
augsburger-allgemeine.de/politik/rentenreform-baerbel-bas-will-beamte-und-selbststaendige-in-die-rentenkasse-holen-109037864

Key FactsPension Reform: Bas's Proposal Lacks Support
May 12 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: wiwo.de
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: wiwo.de
- The pension plans proposed by Minister Bärbel Bas are deemed unfeasible by Chief of the Chancellery Thorsten Frei.
- Frei highlighted that the inclusion of civil servants in the pension system is not addressed in the coalition agreement.
- He criticized the financial viability of the plan, pointing out the significant decrease in the ratio of workers to retirees.
- Bas's suggestion to include politicians and freelancers faces constitutional challenges, making it unlikely to be implemented.
"That is not common sense in the coalition."— Thorsten Frei (CDU) commented on Bärbel Bas's pension plans in ARD.
US students enter seventh day of hunger strike for Gaza: California State University students from several campuses have gone on a hunger strike in solidarity ...
middleeasteye.net/news/us-students-enter-seventh-day-hunger-strike-gaza

ICE’s presence in Acton sparks outrage, hundreds rally in protest: ACTON — Anger over U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement operations in Acton sparked a ...
lowellsun.com/2025/05/12/ices-presence-in-acton-sparks-outrage-hundreds-rally-in-protest/

Why Was Maggie Gyllenhaal’s Daughter Arrested?: The ‘New York Post’ claims Ramona Sarsgaard, the daughter of actors Maggie Gyllenhaal and Peter Sarsgaard was ...
thecut.com/article/maggie-gyllenhaals-daughter-arrested-at-columbia-protest.html

“AfD ban now!”: Nationwide protests planned - demonstration on Römerberg in Frankfurt
op-online.de/region/frankfurt/afd-verbot-jetzt-demonstration-am-roemerberg-in-frankfurt-93725680.html

For a ban on the AfD: Day of action in Germany against the right-wing party: Left-wing organizations that consider the AfD unconstitutional are behind the ...
nzz.ch/international/aktionstag-in-ganz-deutschland-gegen-die-afd-ld.1883811
Hyderabad’s Karachi Bakery vandalised as protesters demand a name change: Police say they have booked the protesters, members of the opposition BJP in the state.
indianexpress.com/article/india/hyderabads-karachi-bakery-vandalised-as-protesters-demand-a-name-change-9997022/

Image from the original article. Source: Bangladesh bans activities of Awami League, the party of ousted PM Hasina: The move comes after a call for a commission to investigate the killing of protesters ...
aljazeera.com/news/2025/5/11/bangladesh-bans-activities-of-awami-league-the-party-of-ousted-pm-hasina

Key FactsBangladesh Government Prohibits Awami League Activities
May 12 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: independent.co.uk
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: independent.co.uk
- The interim government of Bangladesh banned all activities of the former ruling Awami League party led by ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina.
- This ban, enacted under the Anti-Terrorism Act, will remain until a tribunal concludes its trial regarding the deaths of protesters during last year's uprising.
- The decision follows street protests demanding the party's ban and aims to protect individuals involved in the tribunal proceedings.
- Hasina, living in exile in India since her ousting, along with many party members, faces murder charges.
"This decision is aimed at ensuring national security and sovereignty, protection of activists of the July movement, and plaintiffs and witnesses involved in the tribunal proceedings."— Asif Nazrul, the country's law affairs adviser, after a special Cabinet meeting.
Deportation for participating in pro-Palestine demonstrations: Berlin court opposes this
berliner-zeitung.de/news/abschiebung-wegen-teilnahme-pro-palaestina-demos-berliner-gericht-stellt-sich-dagegen-li.2324231

Trump Chaos Ensues As He Hits 100 Days Of Presidency: Latest Updates: April 29th marked the 100th day of Trump's second term in the White House.
huffpost.com/entry/trump-presidency-latest-updates_n_68029ae0e4b01dc12d4bde68/liveblog_681a7f76e4b035302f249bdc

President Ruto says abductees have been 'returned to families': Kenya's President William Ruto said Monday that all those abducted in the wake of ...
standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001518825/president-ruto-says-abductees-have-been-returned-to-families

Hundreds demonstrate in Dresden for an AfD ban: People across Germany took to the streets to protest against right-wing extremism, including in Dresden.
saechsische.de/lokales/dresden/hunderte-demonstrieren-in-dresden-fuer-ein-afd-verbot-HJF4Y47Y5ZH6ZL4YZFUU63FSE4.html

Lübeck: Demonstration at the market for an AfD ban: Lübeck residents are taking a stand for a ban on the AfD at the nationwide day of action ...
ln-online.de/lokales/luebeck/luebeck-demo-auf-dem-markt-fuer-ein-afd-verbot-N5G7SDVMSVHMRKFZI7VNQLL6II.html

Columbia, U. of Washington Suspend Protesters as Yale, UCLA Students Join Hunger Strike for Gaza
democracynow.org/2025/5/12/headlines/columbia_u_of_washington_suspend_protesters_as_yale_ucla_students_join_hunger_strike_for_gaza

Demonstrators turn out in force in Brussels for ceasefire in Gaza (video): Tens of thousands gathered in Brussels demanding a military embargo on Israel ...
brusselstimes.com/brussels-2/1574032/demonstrators-turn-out-in-force-in-brussels-for-ceasefire

Bas wants civil servants to contribute to pension insurance: A reform of the statutory pension is overdue. The new Minister of Labor, Bas ...
rp-online.de/politik/deutschland/bas-will-beamte-zur-rentenversicherung-heranziehen_aid-127207755

Image from the original article. Source: Trump Admin Says 'Definitely on the Table' to Arrest Democrats Over Protest: "This is an ongoing investigation," DHS official Tricia McLaughlin said Saturday.
newsweek.com/trump-administration-threatens-democratic-lawmakers-ice-protests-2070578

Key FactsNewark Mayor Arrested and Released After Protest
May 10 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: cnn.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: cnn.com
- Newark Mayor Ras Baraka was arrested during a protest against an immigration facility and released after several hours.
- Baraka emphasized his support for the community and criticized the division caused by authorities, while his wife claimed the federal government aimed to make an example of him.
- The arrest occurred following a heated argument when Baraka attempted to enter the facility with congressional representatives, which was blocked by security personnel.
- The DHS stated that Baraka violated the law, while immigration reform advocates condemned his arrest during a peaceful demonstration.
The reality is this: I didn’t do anything wrong.— Newark Mayor Ras Baraka spoke after being released from arrest during a protest against an immigration facility.
Students Studying at Columbia Library Were Suspended for Protest They Took No Part In
theintercept.com/2025/05/10/columbia-library-gaza-protests-students-suspended/

How the Monday demonstrations of the "Team Human Rights" in Nuremberg became a meeting place for right-wing extremists
sueddeutsche.de/bayern/nuernberg-demo-corona-rechtsextreme-li.3240508

"All of Hildesheim hates the AfD": This is how the demonstration in the city center went
hildesheimer-allgemeine.de/meldung/ganz-hildesheim-hasst-die-afd-so-lief-die-demo-in-der-innenstadt-ab.html

Bangladesh bans activities of ousted PM Hasina’s party following protests: Bangladesh’s interim government has banned all activities of the Awami League ...
reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/bangladesh-bans-activities-ousted-pm-hasinas-party-following-protests-2025-05-11/
NHS staff to be banned from wearing uniforms to pro-Palestine protests, says UK Health Sec
jpost.com/diaspora/antisemitism/article-853518
Image from the original article. Source: Thousands demonstrate against migration ahead of presidential election in Poland: Immigration is a key issue in the upcoming presidential election in Poland ...
berliner-zeitung.de/news/tausende-demonstrieren-vor-praesidentenwahl-in-polen-gegen-migration-li.2323821

Key FactsMassive Protests in Poland Against Immigration Before Election
May 11 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: berliner-zeitung.de
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: berliner-zeitung.de
- Thousands protested in Warsaw, Poland, against immigration and Prime Minister Donald Tusk's government.
- Demonstrators called for an end to migration and backed presidential candidate Karol Nawrocki from the PiS party.
- Immigration is a key issue in the upcoming presidential election on May 18, which also addresses the situation of refugees from Ukraine.
- Warsaw Mayor Rafal Trzaskowski leads in polls, while Nawrocki holds second place and enjoys support from President Duda.
Anti-Trump, anti-billionaire protest disrupts Manhattan gala: Demonstrators in New York City block the entrance to a $50,000 per table gala funding the Manhattan ...
reuters.com/pictures/anti-trump-anti-billionaire-protest-disrupts-manhattan-gala-2025-05-08/

Mother's Day protests: family reunion at the US border with Mexico canceled: They waved red roses and released balloons: People separated from their loved ones ...
spiegel.de/panorama/gesellschaft/proteste-am-muttertag-familienzusammenfuehrung-an-us-grenze-zu-mexiko-abgesagt-a-d117bf98-7551-4bb5-a16f-3edc3cb3c468
Image from the original article. Source: Demonstration against the AfD - | Many pictures from Bochum: Impressions from the numerous participants
waz.de/lokales/bochum/article408990704/demonstration-gegen-die-afd-viele-bilder-aus-bochum.html


Key Facts1500 Protesters Rally Against AfD in Bochum
May 12 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: waz.de
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: waz.de
- More than 1500 people participated in the protest in Bochum.
- The event was aimed at opposing the right-wing AfD party.
- Participants called for a ban on the party.
- The rally was documented through numerous photographs.
Letter: Spurred by Gov. Pritzker’s speech calling for mass protests, I’m flying the American flag upside down
sltrib.com/opinion/letters/2025/05/11/letter-spurred-by-gov-pritzkers/

Israeli protesters in Tel Aviv demand an end to war on Gaza: Thousands gather demanding an end to the war and the release of Israeli captives in Gaza.
aljazeera.com/news/2025/5/10/israeli-protesters-in-tel-aviv-demand-an-end-to-war-on-gaza

Protest after fatal accident in Stuttgart: Pedestrians want more protection: The accident at Olgaeck shocked many: | "It was as if it had been an attack ...
swr.de/swraktuell/baden-wuerttemberg/stuttgart/unfall-stuttgart-olgaeck-gedenken-gedenkveranstaltung-adfc-trauer-100.html

Jewish students still don’t feel safe — and that’s everyone’s problem - editorial
jpost.com/opinion/article-853448
Which Mother's Day? Women weep for children killed by State: As the world celebrates Mother’s Day today, many women will be showered with flowers ...
standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001518687/which-mothers-day-women-weep-for-children-killed-by-state

Image from the original article. Source: Die Linke Ingolstadt calls for nationwide day of action of the “AfD ban now!” initiative
donaukurier.de/lokales/ingolstadt/die-linke-ingolstadt-ruft-zu-bundesweitem-aktionstag-der-initiative-afd-verbot-jetzt-auf-18614537

Key FactsProtests Against AfD: The Left Mobilizes
May 10 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: donaukurier.de
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: donaukurier.de
- The Left Ingolstadt calls for participation in nationwide demonstrations on May 11.
- The protests aim to demand a ban on the AfD, viewed as a threat to democracy.
- The rally in Ingolstadt will begin at 4 PM at Paradeplatz.
- All democratic forces are invited to participate and speak.
Hostages’ families warn of ‘lost opportunity of the century’ as Hamas airs new clip of captives
timesofisrael.com/as-thousands-protest-for-hostages-families-warn-of-lost-opportunity-of-the-century/

Why This Harvard Economist Is Worried About the U.S. Dollar - WSJ's Take On the Week - WSJ Podcasts
wsj.com/podcasts/take-on-the-week/why-this-harvard-economist-is-worried-about-the-us-dollar/cac0227d-debe-4e45-9f82-a00b3278a658
VCU withholding degrees of three pro-Palestine student protesters: The university will allow the students to participate in graduation this weekend while it ...
richmond.com/news/local/education/higher-education/article_6253c0ec-1f2a-4fe6-85b5-2362e63224e1.html

Slovakia: Thousands protest against Fico's Moscow trip to see Putin: Thousands of Slovakian demonstrators condemn Prime Minister Robert Fico's visit to Moscow ...
de.euronews.com/my-europe/2025/05/10/slowakei-tausende-protestieren-gegen-ficos-moskau-reise-zu-putin

Columbia suspends over 65 students following pro-Palestinian protest in library: Columbia University has suspended dozens of students and barred alums and others ...
abcnews.go.com/US/wireStory/columbia-suspends-65-students-pro-palestinian-protest-library-121660701

Anti-Trump protesters don't like Trump. You don't say. | Letters: Freep letter writers weigh in on President Donald Trump's second term.
freep.com/story/opinion/readers/2025/05/10/trump-agenda-immigration-deportation-green-woke-protests/83501457007/
Daughter of Maggie Gyllenhaal and Peter Sarsgaard arrested at Columbia University protests
theguardian.com/us-news/2025/may/10/ramona-daughter-maggie-gyllenhaal-peter-scarsgaard-arrested-columbia-protests

The Administration That Pardoned Jan. 6 Rioters Is Trying to Jail a Guy Over a Protest Banner
politico.com/news/magazine/2025/05/08/ed-martin-jan-6-trump-pardon-protester-00334168
Slovak protesters condemn PM Robert Fico's Moscow visit to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin
euronews.com/my-europe/2025/05/10/slovak-protesters-condemn-pm-robert-ficos-moscow-visit-to-meet-russian-president-vladimir-


Cal State Students Begin Hunger Strike to Protest Israel’s Starvation Campaign on Gaza
democracynow.org/2025/5/8/headlines/cal_state_students_begin_hunger_strike_to_protest_israels_starvation_campaign_on_gaza

Image from the original article. Source: Dozens of pro-Palestinian activists arrested in latest Columbia demonstration: Dozens of pro-Palestinian protesters were arrested at Columbia University late ...
thehill.com/homenews/education/5289634-pro-palestinian-activists-columbia-university-demonstration/

Key FactsPro-Palestinian Protest Escalates at Columbia University
May 07 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nydailynews.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nydailynews.com
- Around 100 pro-Palestinian protesters occupied Columbia University's Butler Library, resulting in several arrests.
- New York Mayor Adams condemned the protest and urged parents to communicate with their children about their actions.
- The university announced that protesters could face disciplinary action following an investigation.
- An incident of vandalism and a fire alarm during the protests heightened tensions as students prepared for upcoming exams.
Michigan’s Trumpian Attorney General Is a Democrat: Democrats call Trump an authoritarian but often act like him in response to pro-Palestinian protest ...
jacobin.com/2025/05/michigan-ag-nessel-gaza-protesters/

Why did 30 Met officers kick the door down at a teenage tea and biscuits meeting in a Quaker house?
theguardian.com/world/2025/may/10/police-raid-london-quaker-meeting-house-very-worrying

Dunedin joins protest against equity law change: Hundreds of protesters braved wet weather in Dunedin to voice their outrage at the government’s changes to the ...
odt.co.nz/news/national/dunedin-joins-protest-against-pay-equity-law-change

Image from the original article. Source: Where Pro-Palestinian campus protests are emerging again: The new demonstrations are reminiscent of those on college campuses last spring.
axios.com/2025/05/08/pro-palestine-campus-protests-israel-trump

Key FactsTrump Calls Empty Ports a Positive Development
May 08 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: axios.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: axios.com
- President Trump described the slowdown at US ports due to his tariffs on China as a 'good thing.'
- These tariffs are causing a decline in cargo volume, which could have economic repercussions on employment and supply chains.
- Republicans are feeling increasing pressure as the tariffs strain the business climate, with some donors urging lawmakers to persuade Trump to moderate his stance.
- Trump's assertion that he loses less money due to the tariffs contradicts concerns over impending economic challenges.
That means we lose less money ... when you say it slowed down, that's a good thing, not a bad thing.— Donald Trump discussing the slowdown at U.S. ports and its economic implications.
Columbia Just Suspended Four Student Journalists: The university has continues to violate its students’s freedom of speech.
newrepublic.com/post/195081/columbia-student-journalists-pro-palestine-protest

Two demonstrations in two days: Mainz speaks out for democracy: This weekend, two actions will take a stand for democracy and against right-wing extremism ...
allgemeine-zeitung.de/lokales/mainz/stadt-mainz/zwei-demos-an-zwei-tagen-mainz-wird-laut-fuer-die-demokratie-4617665
Exclusive | Maggie Gyllenhaal’s daughter Ramona Sarsgaard arrested during Columbia protests
nypost.com/2025/05/09/us-news/maggie-gyllenhaals-daughter-ramona-sarsgaard-arrested-during-columbia-protests/

Protesters across country demand end to violence against women during What Were You Wearing? rallies
abc.net.au/news/2025-05-10/protesters-demand-to-end-to-violence-against-women/105277708

The Gaza Question: The Israeli government is about to commit terrible crimes. Where do we stand?
profil.at/meinung/kolumne-von-robert-treichler-die-gaza-frage/403039554

Nationwide protests erupt over government's sudden change to pay equity laws: "I think they thought it would sneak through and no one would bat an eyelid but ...
rnz.co.nz/news/national/560520/nationwide-protests-erupt-over-government-s-sudden-change-to-pay-equity-laws
Freed student: Columbia inciting violence with response to pro-Palestinian protest
thehill.com/homenews/education/5292044-columbia-protests-nypd-arrests-student/

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