Over the weekend, Isra Hirsi, daughter of Rep. Ilhan Omar, shared her experience of facing 'physical harm' during an anti-Israel protest at Columbia University. The protest was part of the ongoing demonstrations against Israel's military operation in Gaza.
Hirsi, a student at Barnard College, was suspended and arrested by the NYPD for participating in the protest. She claimed that she and fellow protesters were targeted by counter-protesters who used what she described as 'chemical weapons.'
During an appearance on MSNBC's 'Ayman Mohyeldin Reports,' Hirsi expressed her belief that student activists supporting Palestinians are being singled out. She highlighted the disparity in how anti-Israel protesters are treated compared to counter-protesters, citing instances where the latter faced no consequences for their actions.
Regarding the alleged use of 'chemical weapons,' it was later revealed that the incident involved the use of 'fart spray' by a Columbia University student who had served in the Israeli armed forces. This student is now suing the school, claiming that he was unfairly suspended and that the university selectively enforces its policies.
The situation at Columbia University reflects the heightened tensions surrounding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, with both sides engaging in protests and facing disciplinary actions. The university administration is under scrutiny for its handling of the protests and the differing treatment of students involved.
