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Portland, Ore., police declare anti-ICE protest a 'riot'
A protester is arrested after attempting to block an ICE van during the "No Kings" protest on Saturday, June 14, 2025 in New York City. Protests are taking place around the nation to coincide with President Trump's military parade in Washington, DC. Photo by Derek French/UPI | License Photo June 15 (UPI) -- A protest outside of an Immigration and Customs Enforcement facility in Oregon has been declared a riot by the Portland Police Bureau. Police said in a statement early Sunday morning that the massive demonstration was attended by some "tens of thousands" of protesters, and described as "peaceful" throughout the afternoon on Saturday. But shortly before 6 p.m. on Saturday evening, a federal officer was reported to have been injured by the crowd. And around 8 p.m., police arrested 25-year-old Sabian Crisantos for an attempted assault of a public safety officer. "Throughout the night, PPB observed criminal behavior, which resulted in targeted arrests. Officers on bikes conducted visibility patrols in an attempt to deter crime, but also recognized that at times their presence escalated the crowd," police said. "During those times, the decision was made to disengage, but officers remained in the area to respond to any additional criminal activity." Portland police said they made a second arrest just before 11 p.m. when a person was observed throwing a rock at a building. The suspect was identified as 20-year-old Tyson Kahnert, who faces a number of charges, including criminal mischief. And a third man, 38-year-old Cory Oien, was arrested for theft and driving under the influence of intoxicants after he was seen picking up "traffic control devices" in the area and putting them in the bed of his truck around 1 a.m. Sunday morning. They were all booked into the Multnomah County Detention Center, police said. The scene was no longer declared a riot by 9:15 p.m. The news came as at least one person was critically injured Saturday in a shooting at a protest against President Donald Trump in Salt Lake City and hours after two Democratic lawmakers in Minnesota were shot dead by a gunman.
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08-05-2025
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2 Columbia safety officers hurt as scores of pro-Palestinian protesters force way into library
May 7 (UPI) -- Two Columbia University Public Safety officers were injured and at least three people arrested Wednesday after 100 pro-Palestinian protesters forced their way into the New York City campus' library in "actions that are outrageous," the university president said. Acting University President Claire Shipman said the officers were hurt during a crowd surge. "The individuals who disrupted activities in Butler Reading Room 301 still refuse to identify themselves and leave the building," she said in a statement. Protesters started peacefully outside, the Daily News reported, but then some entered Butler Library's Reading Room 301 around 3:15 p.m. Activists wearing masks pushed through security at the entrance of the library, as shown in videos on social media. One person pulled a fire alarm inside the library. NYPD Police officers attempt to contain pro-Palestine protesters on the campus of Columbia University on Wednesday in New York City. Photo by Derek French/UPI NBC News shared video of several dozen people pushing up against New York Police Department barricades just outside the university's campus at 114th Street and Amsterdam Avenue. At least three protesters were taken out of the library by Columbia security in handcuffs. A fourth person was on a gurney and put into a Columbia ambulance. Pro-Palestine protesters are arrested by NYPD police officers on the campus of Columbia University on Wednesday in New York City. Photo by Derek French/UPI "While this is isolated to one room in the library, it is completely unacceptable that some individuals are choosing to disrupt academic activities as our students are studying and preparing for final exams," the university said in a statement. "These disruptions of our campus and academic activities will not be tolerated. Individuals found to be in violation of University Rules and policies will face disciplinary consequences." Shipman asked for assistance with NYPD to secure the building after the demonstrators refused to identify themselves and leave the building. NYPD Police officers attempt to contain pro-Palestine protesters on the campus of Columbia University on Wednesday in New York City. Photo by Derek French/UPI "Due to the number of individuals participating in the disruption inside and outside of the building, a large group of people attempting to force their way into Butler Library creating a safety hazard, and what we believe to be the significant presence of individuals not affiliated with the university, Columbia has taken the necessary step of requesting the presence of NYPD to assist in securing the building and the safety of our community," she said. New York Mayor Eric Adams said in a statement that the NYPD was entering the campus at the "written request" of the university to remove trespassing individuals. Protesters are arrested by NYPD police officers on the campus of Columbia University on Wednesday. About 100 pro-Palestinian demonstrators took over the campus' Butler Library. This has been the third takeover of a campus building this semester. Photo by Derek French/UPI NYPD officers had originally stayed off campus. "As I've said repeatedly, New York City will always defend the right to peaceful protest, but we will never tolerate lawlessness," Adams said. "To our Jewish New Yorkers, especially the students at Columbia who feel threatened or unsafe attending class because of these events: Know that your mayor stands with you and will always work to keep you safe." NYPD Police officers attempt to contain pro Palestine protesters on the campus of Columbia University on Wednesday, May 7, 2025 in New York City. Arrests were underway late Wednesday after about 100 pro-Palestinian protesters at Columbia University took over the campus' Butler Library just days before final exams. Photo by Derek French/UPI New York Gov. Kathy Hochul, who was briefed on the situation, said in a statement to WABC-TV: "Everyone has the right to peacefully protest. But violence, vandalism or destruction of property are completely unacceptable." Outside the library, activists played drums, and people posted signs and stickers seeking to free Mahmoud Khalil, a recent Columbia grad who has been detained by federal immigration authorities. NYPD Police officers attempt to contain pro Palestine protesters on the campus of Columbia University on Wednesday, May 7, 2025 in New York City. Arrests were underway late Wednesday after about 100 pro-Palestinian protesters at Columbia University took over the campus' Butler Library just days before final exams. Photo by Derek French/UPI This has been the third takeover of a campus building this semester. "Disruptions to our academic activities will not be tolerated and are violations of our rules and policies; this is especially unacceptable while our students study and prepare for final exams," the university president said. "Columbia strongly condemns violence on our campus, antisemitism and all forms of hate and discrimination, some of which we witnessed today. We are resolute that calls for violence or harm have no place at our University. We will continue to keep our community apprised as the situation evolves. Protesters are arrested by NYPD police officers on the campus of Columbia University on Wednesday. About 100 pro-Palestinian demonstrators took over the campus' Butler Library. At least three protesters were taken out of the library by Columbia security in handcuffs. A fourth person was on a gurney and put into a Columbia ambulance. Photo by Derek French/UPI In March, the Trump administration in March paused $400 million in federal funding, saying the Ivy League school did not do enough to protect Jewish students from harassment during the protests. "Once again, protesters violated many University rules and infringed on the rights of Jewish students to study for exams without being screamed at and harassed," Hillel executive director Brian Cohen posted on X. "We are grateful to the public safety officers who, at great risk to themselves, tried to stop the protesters from storming the library. The University must act quickly and decisively to discipline every student involved in today's takeover, and the local authorities must do the same for non-students involved." Protesters are arrested by NYPD police officers on the campus of Columbia University on Wednesday. About 100 pro-Palestinian demonstrators took over the campus' Butler Library. Photo by Derek French/UPI Finals begin Friday.
