In 'Disgraceful' Assault on Free Speech, DeSantis Bans Pro-Palestinian Student Group
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DeSantis Bans Pro-Palestinian Student Group in FloridaFive SJP chapters face shutdown amid claims of terrorism support as Gaza suffers over 6,400 deaths in ongoing conflict.
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- Florida’s university system leader ordered the deactivation of Students for Justice in Palestine chapters, citing alleged terrorism support.
- This action followed the national group’s statement endorsing Palestinian resistance and criticizing Israeli military operations.
- Critics denounce the ban as a violation of academic freedom and First Amendment rights, promising legal challenges.
- Meanwhile, Israeli attacks on Gaza have resulted in thousands of deaths and widespread displacement amid escalating violence.
Gov. DeSantis continues to disrespect American values such as freedom of speech to extend his political power.— The UF SJP chapter in a statement blasting the order to deactivate the group.
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