Jason Kao, a former Bloomberg News reporter, was arrested for criminal trespass during an anti-Israel protest at Columbia University's Butler Library. The incident, which occurred on May 7, resulted in 81 arrests and significant disruption, as demonstrators protested while other students prepared for finals. Kao's employment with Bloomberg ended following the arrest, the details of which were first reported by the Free Beacon. The protests led to injuries among security personnel and interim suspensions for over 65 students, reflecting the heightened tensions surrounding the Israel-Hamas conflict on campus.
Kao was charged with criminal trespass after police intervened in a takeover of Columbia University's Butler Library by anti-Israel protesters.
Acting school president Claire Shipman reported that two security guards were injured due to the demonstrators that disrupted studying students.
Jason Kao, a former Bloomberg News reporter, faced arrest during protests at Columbia University, signaling increased tensions and unrest on campus.
Over 65 students faced interim suspensions, emphasizing the serious repercussions of the vibrant protests that unfolded within an academic setting.
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