Chaos erupted at Trump Tower in New York City as anti-Israel protesters staged a coordinated demonstration demanding the release of former Columbia University student Mahmoud Khalil. Law enforcement responded swiftly, arresting dozens of demonstrators and loading them onto MTA buses for booking.
The protesters initially entered the lobby wearing jackets before dramatically removing them to reveal matching red shirts in support of Khalil, who was arrested last weekend. Their disruption was met with a heavy police presence, as officers moved in to restore order.
President Trump made his stance clear, calling Khalil a “terrorist sympathizer” and reinforcing his administration’s hardline approach against pro-Hamas activism. His administration has maintained a zero-tolerance policy for those advocating extremist causes, particularly in support of groups tied to terrorism.
With tensions escalating over U.S. policy on Israel and Hamas, the administration’s response to the protest reaffirms its unwavering stance: America stands with its allies, and there is no tolerance for pro-Hamas activism. Under President Trump, those who sympathize with terrorist organizations will face consequences, not leniency. This latest crackdown sends a clear message—support for extremists has no place in the United States.