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Midday News: Federal Officials Review Status of Arrested Pro-Palestine Protestors at Columbia University, Woman Sues City for False Arrest, and Pollen Season
Published 10 months, 4 weeks ago
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U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio says federal officials are "reviewing the visa status" of people arrested Wednesday during a pro-Palestinian demonstration at Columbia University. Meanwhile, a woman is suing New York City after a car hit her following a protest and police responded by arresting her. Plus, it's allergy season. WNYC’s Michael Hill speaks with Dr. Guy Robinson, the lone individual tasked with tracking that data in the city.