Most of the nearly 230 people busted during anti-Israel protests at Columbia and New York universities in the past week were let go with slaps on the wrist.
Most of the nearly 230 people busted during anti-Israel protests at Columbia and New York universities in the past week were let go with slaps on the wrist — despite reports that their actions are making others feel unsafe on campus.
One hundred sixteen people arrested at NYU Monday night were hit with summonses for trespassing, while the remaining four got desk appearance tickets for obstructing governmental administration and resisting arrest — neither of which results in a criminal record.
Less than one week earlier, 108 individuals — including US Rep. Ilhan Omar’s daughter, Isra Hirsi — were arrested at the Gaza Solidarity Encampment at Columbia and let off with summonses for trespassing.
The majority of those arrested at the Morningside Heights campus were let off with summonses, while a few others were given desk appearance tickets for charges including resisting arrest and assault on a police officer, among others.
The university also suspended dozens of students who participated in the encampment, according to the Columbia Daily Spectator.
