USA: Pro-Palestinian Protests at Democratic Convention

Thousands of pro-Palestinian protesters are expected to gather outside the Democratic National Convention in Chicago. They are protesting the Biden administration's support for Israel during the war with Hamas.

The protesters are demanding that their right to freedom of speech be respected. Strong police forces and US Secret Service personnel will be deployed to ensure the protests remain peaceful.

The Coalition to March on the 2024 Democratic Convention has organized the demonstrations, drawing together 172 local and national organizations. The protests will address various issues, including the Israel-Hamas war, reproductive rights, and LGBTQ rights.

Despite opposition from some primary voters, the Democratic platform, which mentions Trump 150 times, has been passed and includes positions on infrastructure, taxes, climate, and the Gaza war. Chicago officials have expressed their commitment to maintaining peaceful protests during the convention.