Emory professors sue over protest arrests

Three professors at Emory University have filed a lawsuit against the institution, alleging it violated its own free speech policies during a campus protest over the Israel-Hamas war in 2024. The lawsuit stems from the arrests of protesters, including faculty, during the demonstration. The legal action highlights ongoing tensions on U.S. campuses regarding the boundaries of protest and academic freedom. The case was filed in federal court and reported by the Associated Press.