Harvard Commencement Protests: Demonstrators Condemn Trump and US Middle East Policy

Protests Erupt at Harvard Commencement: Demonstrators Condemn Trump and US Policy in the Middle East Cambridge, MA – May 29, 2025 – Harvard University's commencement ceremony was disrupted today by a protest against President Donald Trump and US support for Israel. As families gathered in Harvard Square to celebrate the graduating class, a group of demonstrators staged a visible protest, holding signs with various messages. One demonstrator's sign read, "CEASEFIRE NOW." Another sign featured a picture of a child and the words, "100,000 Babies Stop Starvation." These signs highlight the protestors' central concern: the humanitarian crisis in Gaza and the perceived role of US policy in exacerbating it. "We're here to make it clear that we won't stand by while innocent people suffer," said one protester. "The US needs to stop supporting Israel's actions in Gaza." The protest remained largely peaceful, with police present to maintain order. The event underscores the ongoing debate surrounding US foreign policy and its impact on international conflicts. The protest's presence at a prestigious university commencement ceremony also highlights the growing engagement of young people in political activism.