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Police Clear Pro-Palestinian Encampment At University Of Michigan

Protesters gather at Drexel University campus during a new Pro-Palestinian encampment on Monday, May 20, 2024, in Philadelphia. (Jose F. Moreno/The Philadelphia Inquirer via AP)

Police dispersed a pro-Palestinian encampment at the University of Michigan following recent disruptive activities on campus. The encampment, located at the Diag, a historic site for campus protests, was dismantled by officers wearing protective gear.

Video footage showed police using what appeared to be an irritant to disperse individuals who were present at the encampment. The action was taken due to safety concerns, including overloaded power sources and open flames, as well as the organizers' refusal to comply with safety directives.

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