Turning Point USA Event at UC Berkeley Sparks Protests and Violence
The final stop of Charlie Kirk’s Turning Point USA tour at UC Berkeley was marked by significant protests and clashes. While the event itself proceeded without major disruption, tensions escalated outside as anti-fascist protesters clashed with attendees, leading to multiple arrests and a brawl that left several people injured. Several students were detained for vandalism related to an anti-TPUSA art installation, and violent confrontations prompted a Justice Department investigation into the events surrounding the rally. The night culminated in chaotic scenes, including the use of smoke bombs, as police struggled to control the unrest, highlighting the ongoing debate over free speech on campus.
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