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Biden signs $95 billion supplemental aid package to bolster Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan
President Joe Biden signed a bipartisan aid package on Wednesday, which includes $95 billion in military assistance to Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan.
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Biden signs a $95 billion war aid measure with assistance for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan
President Joe Biden has signed into law a $95 billion war aid measure that includes assistance for Ukraine, Israel, Taiwan and other allies.
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Senate overwhelmingly passes aid for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan with big bipartisan vote
The Senate has passed $95 billion in war aid to Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan, sending the legislation to President Joe Biden after months of delays and contentious debate over how involved the United States should be in foreign wars.
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120 arrested at NYU protest; Columbia president urged to resign over campus ‘anarchy'
A plywood wall was erected around NYU’s Gould Plaza early Tuesday, hours after 120 pro-Palestinian demonstrators, in solidarity with their Columbia colleagues, were arrested for defying a university order to leave. All but four of the 120 arrested at NYU were released on trespassing summonses. The others received desk appearance tickets for charges including resisting arrest and obstruction of governmental…
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More than 100 arrests at NYU pro-Palestinian protest as tensions flare on local college campuses
Romney Smith reports on more than 100 arrests at NYU pro-Palestinian protest.
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Pro-Palestinian protests take over Columbia and NYU amid heightened tensions
Tensions have continued to escalate at Columbia University as pro-Palestinian encampments spread to other campuses in the city, including NYU. Out of an abundance of caution, the Morningside Heights school ordered its classes go virtual. At NYU, demonstrators held their ground despite being given a deadline to disperse in the afternoon. NBC New York’s Chris Jose and Jessica Cunnington...
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What's happening at Columbia University as classes shift remote during protests
The president of Columbia University moved all classes remote for Monday, citing ongoing pro-Palestinian protests at the Ivy League school’s Morningside Heights campus and increasing reports of student fear in calling for a “reset.” Romney Smith reports live from Morningside Heights.
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Dozens arrested at NYU protest as intensifying tensions force Columbia to go remote
Dozens of pro-Palestinian protesters were arrested after defying a deadline by New York University to leave the area Monday evening, hours after the president of Columbia University moved all classes remote for Monday, citing ongoing protests at the Ivy League school. Students had gathered on university property in front of the Stern School of Business, setting up dozens of tents…
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Columbia University moves classes online amid protests
Columbia University goes virtual on the sixth day of a pro-Palestinian encampment and protests on campus.
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Tensions remain on Columbia campus as protests stretch on
Protests on the Manhattan campus continued for a fifth day in the face of new arrests. News 4’s Jessica Cunnington reports.
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Senate passes bill renewing key FISA surveillance power moments after it expires
The bill now goes to President Joe Biden, whose administration says FISA’s warrantless spying power is vital to national security.
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More than 100 pro-Palestinian protesters arrested at Columbia University campus
More than 100 protesters were arrested at Columbia University and given a summons for trespassing after the administration for the Ivy League school called in the NYPD to clear out an encampment. NBC New York’s Jessica Cunnington reports.
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Over 100 arrested after Columbia asks NYPD for help clearing out protesters on campus
More than 100 protesters were arrested Thursday afternoon after the president of Columbia University called on the NYPD to clear a group of protesters from the Morningside Heights campus’ South Lawn, calling their action disruptive and dangerous to the college and community. The protesters originally set up an encampment Wednesday morning on the South Lawn, ahead of Columbia University President…
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Rep. Donald Payne remains hospitalized after ‘cardiac episode' more than a week ago
A new statement from the New Jersey Democrat’s office paints a different picture than the one put out last week, and his absence could affect tight votes on the House floor.
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Columbia University president testifies on claims of antisemitism and hate on campus
There were tense moments on Capitol Hill and in NYC as Columbia University faces new scrutiny of antisemitism on campus. In D.C., the university’s president got a congressional grilling, while the Manhattan campus saw protests on Wednesday. NBC New York’s Gus Rosendale reports.
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What's inside the $95 billion House package focused on aiding Ukraine and Israel
The package totals $95.3 billion in spending, which matches the total that the Senate passed in mid-February.
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Senate dismisses two articles of impeachment against Homeland Security secretary, ending trial
The Senate has voted to dismiss the articles of impeachment against Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, ending its trial on his handling of the U.S.-Mexico border.
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Columbia University president rebuts claims she let school become a hotbed of hatred
The president of Columbia University took a firm stand against antisemitism Wednesday as she parried accusations from Republicans who see the New York campus as a hotbed of bias — but she hedged on whether certain phrases invoked by some supporters of Palestinians rise to harassment. Nemat Shafik had the benefit of hindsight and months of preparation as she faced…
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Columbia University President testifying on antisemitism
The President of Columbia University is testifying in response to a spike in antisemitic instances on Columbia’s Campus. Tracie Strahan reports live from the newsroom.
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Record rise in antisemitic incidents across U.S. and NYC area, according to new report
A new report from the Anti-Defamation League finds antisemitism has skyrocketed to record levels across the country, including the tri-state, as antisemitic incidents in New York and New Jersey more than doubled last year. The areas with some of the highest increases: Manhattan and Bergen County. NBC New York’s Melissa Russo reports.