The White House on Monday issued a statement decrying the cancellation of Columbia University’s main commencement ceremony this year due to pro-Palestinian demonstrations on campus, saying it’s “unfortunate that a small group of people went too far” while protesting.

Columbia announced on Monday morning that the school’s main commencement event would not take place due to “security concerns,” among other factors.

“These past few weeks have been incredibly difficult for our community. Just as we are focused on making our graduation experience truly special, we continue to solicit student feedback and are looking at the possibility of a festive event on May 15 to take the place of the large, formal ceremony,” the school wrote in an announcement.

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