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College Democrats Jewish Caucus condemns Piker appearance, blocks walkouts

7/22/2026

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The United States College Democrats of America’s Jewish Caucus condemned the organization for hosting streamer Hasan Piker at its Washington, DC convention.
Organizers blocked members who tried to walk out, citing security concerns.
The caucus demanded an apology, a condemnation of Piker’s remarks, and a programming dialogue.
J Street spent $1,000 on a table and its president Jeremy Ben-Ami said the group disagrees with Piker but will not abandon spaces.

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The United States College Democrats of America’s Jewish Caucus condemned the organization for hosting streamer Hasan Piker at its Washington, DC convention.
Organizers blocked members who tried to walk out, citing security concerns.
The caucus demanded an apology, a condemnation of Piker’s remarks, and a programming dialogue.
J Street spent $1,000 on a table and its president Jeremy Ben-Ami said the group disagrees with Piker but will not abandon spaces.