University of Washington to Pay $123K to Settle Free-Speech Lawsuit
The University of Washington will pay $122,500 to settle a lawsuit filed after the college billed a Republican club security fees for a rally.
The UW College Republicans sued, saying the bill for $17,000 to cover security costs for the campus event violated free-speech and other constitutional rights.
The Seattle Times reports the UW will pay legal fees to the College Republicans. The school did not admit liability but rescinded its policy around security for student group events.
Skirmishes broke out and several people were arrested at the rally that also drew counter-protesters.
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