State police in riot gear removed students protesting at the University of Texas at Austin. The protest started when a pro-Palestinian group tried to set up camp. University President Jay Hartzell took a tough stance, leading to clashes and arrests.
The protesters brought tents to shield from the heat, but police arrived and removed them. Many students resisted, leading to tense confrontations. Despite the chaos, no violence was witnessed.
The university accused the protesters of being prepared for a fight and claimed many were not students. The situation escalated, with the governor saying no encampments would be allowed.
Officers explained to students why they were being arrested, citing the university’s orders to deal with the protest issue. Some students disagreed, saying it was unjust.
By evening, the area was cleared, and protesters stayed to clean up.
