University students walk out of Jerry Seinfeld’s comedy show in protest of his support for Israel

Dozens of students at Duke University walked out on Jerry Seinfeld’s commencement speech in protest of Israel’s actions in Gaza. Seinfeld, who has publicly supported Israel, largely avoided the issue in his speech and focused on his Jewish heritage. Similar pro-Palestinian protests occurred at other universities across the country during commencement ceremonies. Some events involved arrests, tear gas, and dismantling protest encampments. The protests aim to draw attention to and show support for Palestinians amid ongoing conflicts. The demonstrations have sparked mixed reactions among attendees, with some feeling disrupted while others support the cause.

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