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Violent Clashes Erupt Outside Adas Torah Synagogue in Pico-Robertson, Over 150 Protesters Involved

Jun 24, 2024, 12:41 AM

Violent clashes erupted outside the Adas Torah Synagogue in the Pico-Robertson area of Los Angeles on June 23, 2024, as over 150 pro-Palestinian and far-left protesters confronted Jewish counter-protesters. The demonstrators, armed with chemical and bear sprays, blocked the entrance to the synagogue and assaulted individuals, including journalists. The Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) responded to the scene, leading to multiple brawls and at least one arrest. A Jewish man was left bloodied during the altercations. The protests, which included chants calling for an intifada, were reportedly in response to a real estate event auctioning off properties in Palestine. President Joe Biden, Governor Gavin Newsom, and Mayor Karen Bass condemned the violence, emphasizing the need for peaceful protest and condemning antisemitism.