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High school valedictorian yanked from stage after hijacking speech to rant against Israel, ICE
- A Clayton High School valedictorian was cut off by the principal during her graduation speech for unapproved remarks.
- Leen Hijaz used the speech to criticize immigration enforcement and back the Palestinian cause.
- School officials said the remarks were unapproved for the graduation program.
- The district said Hijaz later received her diploma after the incident.
- The district emphasized the action was about preserving the ceremony’s focus, not silencing a student.
- The incident occurred at Clayton High School in Johnston County, North Carolina.
- Video of the moment shows the principal quickly intervening during the speech.
- Hijaz claimed the school refused to give her a diploma after the stunt; officials denied the claim.
- The school stated the event was about maintaining the program's integrity during the ceremony.
- The story has been widely shared online, indicating strong interest in the incident.
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