Police officers from the University of Texas at Austin and state troopers in riot gear removed tents set up by pro-Palestinian protesters on campus, resulting in about 50 arrests. The protesters were initially dispersed but later regrouped, leading to more arrests. The police action was in response to threats and aggressive behavior from the protesters, as well as a prior crackdown on a larger gathering at the university. The situation drew mixed reactions from students, with some supporting the protest but others expressing fatigue from the disruptions. The encampment was ultimately cleared, but tensions persisted as additional arrests were made later in the day.