Protesters gather at Drexel University campus, set up new encampment

Dozens of protesters could be seen joining arms in closing off the encampment while others were setting up within the perimeter.

The Gaza Solidarity Encampment moved in on the university's Korman Quad, according to protest organizers. Protesters are asking Drexel to divest from any companies or partnerships negatively impacting Palestinians, to redistribute its financial profits to support the Palestinian economy and rebuild Gaza, and to disclose its investments.In a statement to Action News, protest organizers wrote in part, "We call on all people of conscience to join us on Korman Quad. We call on people across the world to rise up in solidarity and continue to #EscalateforGaza.

Chopper 6 was overhead as Philadelphia police swarmed Penn and scuffled with pro-Palestinian demonstrators in the city's University City section.Members of the Penn Gaza Solidarity group said they were planning to occupy the Fisher-Bennett Hall. A Penn spokesperson said a group of individuals entered the hall and attempted to occupy it before police arrived.Protesters said they decided to take over Fisher Bennett Hall because Penn administrators failed to meet their demands and refused to negotiate in good faith.

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