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Rep. Ilhan Omar Says She is “Proud” of Daughter After Arrest at Anti-Israel Protest

Charlie Kirk Staff

04/20/2024

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Rep. Ilhan Omar Says She is “Proud” of Daughter After Arrest at Anti-Israel Protest

Minnesota Representative Ilhan Omar took to social media on Friday to express her pride in her daughter, Isra Hirsi, following her arrest during an anti-Israel protest in New York City.

The incident occurred at Columbia University, where Hirsi, a student at Barnard College, was participating in demonstrations against Israel’s actions.

In a tweet, Rep. Omar praised her daughter’s history of activism, stating, “I am enormously proud of my daughter @israhirsi.” She highlighted Hirsi’s previous engagements, including organizing school walkouts and leading youth climate rallies, emphasizing her commitment to social justice causes.

Hirsi was among more than 100 individuals arrested and issued summonses for trespassing during the protest at Columbia University. Earlier that day, she revealed that she had been suspended from Barnard College for her involvement in the demonstration, which she described as a show of solidarity with Palestinians.

Hirsi affirmed her dedication to the cause, stating, “Those of us in Gaza Solidarity Encampment will not be intimidated.” She outlined demands for divestment from companies allegedly complicit in what she termed as “genocide,” transparency in Columbia University’s investments, and amnesty for all students facing disciplinary action.

The protests at Columbia University began on Wednesday, with activists setting up an encampment on the campus lawn to denounce Israel’s military actions against Hamas. The university administration, citing violations of campus rules and policies, requested assistance from the New York Police Department to dismantle the encampment.

Columbia President Minouche Shafik characterized the measures taken to address the protests as “extraordinary steps” warranted by the circumstances. During a hearing in Washington earlier in the week, Rep. Omar had questioned Shafik about issues of antisemitism on college campuses, signaling her ongoing engagement with the topic.

 

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Charlie Kirk is the Founder and President of Turning Point USA, a national student movement dedicated to empowering young people to promote the principles of free markets and limited government.

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