Sen. Bill Cassidy Condemns UAW's Push for Freed Pro-Palestine Protesters

Friday, 3 May 2024, 19:12

Sen. Bill Cassidy condemns the United Auto Workers (UAW) union's call for the release of arrested students and university employees involved in pro-Palestine protests. The UAW president criticizes the mass arrests, advocating for a ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas conflict. Protests at multiple campuses escalate with demands for divestment from Israeli companies and weapons suppliers despite widespread arrests.

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Sen. Bill Cassidy criticizes UAW's demand for release

Sen. Bill Cassidy (R-La.) denounced the UAW's push for the release of students and employees arrested in pro-Palestine protests. He stated, 'They’re demanding the release of their criminal members who broke the law & threatened the safety of students.'

UAW President advocates for a ceasefire

UAW President Shawn Fain criticized the mass arrests, emphasizing the union's support for a long-term ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas conflict. Fain mentioned, 'The UAW will never support the mass arrest or intimidation of those exercising their right to protest, strike, or speak out against injustice.'

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