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More than 4,000 students and teachers are reportedly facing expulsion from the United States due to their support for Palestine and participation in protests. This crackdown comes amid rising tensions over pro-Palestinian demonstrations on university campuses and public spaces, with authorities citing disruptions, security concerns, and alleged violations of institutional policies as reasons for their removal. Many of those affected are international students, whose visas are being revoked, while educators who have openly expressed solidarity with Palestine are also facing job terminations or legal consequences.
The move has sparked intense debate, with critics arguing that it undermines free speech and academic freedom, key pillars of democracy in the U.S. Supporters of the expulsions, however, claim that some protests have crossed the line into hate speech or public disorder, warranting strong action. As tensions escalate, the response to pro-Palestinian activism in the U.S. continues to be a deeply divisive issue, raising concerns about civil liberties, political bias, and the right to dissent.