In a dramatic turn of events at Portland State University, at least 30 people were arrested for protesting and occupying the library building. The tension escalated as police officers scuffled with protesters who were attempting to block vehicles carrying detained students.
Despite authorities initially clearing the area, some protesters managed to break back into the building, leading to a continued clash between law enforcement and demonstrators. The Portland Police Bureau confirmed that the situation remained active as of 8 p.m. local time, with law enforcement actively monitoring the library and small marches that had splintered off from the main protest groups.
Authorities have stated that they are working in close collaboration with Portland State University to address the illegal activities at the library. It is clear that tensions are running high on campus, with both protesters and police maintaining a presence in the area.
Stay tuned to World News Live for more updates on this developing story.
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