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Protesters Throw Projectiles at Biden During Dublin Trip
The New York Times • • world
Key Points:
- Former President Joseph R. Biden Jr. was targeted with projectiles, including a white liquid resembling milk, by protesters during a pro-Palestinian rally as he left an event at Trinity College Dublin.
- The incident occurred after a ceremony honoring Hunter Biden, Joe Biden's son, hosted by a debating society recognizing Hunter's public discussions on politics and addiction.
- Irish police, An Garda Síochána, arrested three men in connection with the public order disturbance; two were released, and one was charged.
- Video footage showed Biden being shielded by black umbrellas held by his security detail while protesters chanted slogans and waved Palestinian flags.
- The protest escalated in Trinity College Dublin’s Front Square as the Bidens were departing the event, according to a college spokeswoman.
