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Cornell board clears president of wrongdoing after confrontation with anti-Israel students

Cornell's Board of Trustees cleared President Michael Kotlikoff of wrongdoing after reviewing the April 30 confrontation with anti-Israel demonstrators.
The incident followed a debate on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, with Kotlikoff stating he would not answer more questions before leaving his vehicle.
The Tompkins County District Attorney’s Office determined that criminal charges were not warranted in the incident.
The board said Kotlikoff declined to pursue a complaint against the students, while appropriate action is being taken against non-students.
Cornell Law Professor William Jacobson supported the board's conclusion, saying the videos showed reckless conduct.
The university reaffirmed its commitment to robust debate and peaceful protest within legal and safety bounds.
Surveillance footage from Cornell University was used as part of the committee’s evidence.
The incident involved both students and non-students following the president after the debate.
The committee stated the actions of the demonstrators were inconsistent with university policies on expressive activity and safety.
The news update notes Fox News Digital provided coverage and quotes from university officials.

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