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7 People To Face Felony Charges After Pro-Palestinian Demonstration At University Of Pennsylvania
Former students were also back on campus for alumni weekend. The day was a stark contrast from what unfolded on Friday night.
May 20, 2024
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- It was a calm day on the University of Pennsylvania's campus Saturday. Students were seen dressed in their caps and gowns as they prepared to graduate.
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Meanwhile, former students were also back on campus for alumni weekend. The day was a stark contrast from what unfolded on Friday night.
A total of 19 people were hauled away in handcuffs after university officials said pro-Palestinian protesters broke into and attempted to occupy Fisher-Bennett Hall on campus. The university said the exit doors had been secured with zip-ties, and barbed wire and barricaded with metal chairs and desks.
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