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Principal Removes Student After Anti-Israel Tirade at Graduation

6/3/2026

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Principal Melissa Moore physically removed student Leen Hijaz from the microphone after Hijaz launched an unsanctioned political tirade at the Clayton High School graduation ceremony.
Hijaz used the impromptu address to criticize Israel, ICE and cite crises in Palestine, Sudan, Congo and Afghanistan.
School officials said the removal was intended to keep the program consistent with its purpose, not to suppress expression.

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Principal Melissa Moore physically removed student Leen Hijaz from the microphone after Hijaz launched an unsanctioned political tirade at the Clayton High School graduation ceremony.
Hijaz used the impromptu address to criticize Israel, ICE and cite crises in Palestine, Sudan, Congo and Afghanistan.
School officials said the removal was intended to keep the program consistent with its purpose, not to suppress expression.