The chancellor of the University of California, Davis campus said an investigation was being opened into a violent attack by masked protesters on an event hosted by a student conservative group on Thursday.
Gary May on Friday called the attack on a “Prove me Wrong” event hosted by Turning Point USA at UC Davis, a registered student organization, “disappointing and embarrassing.”
“Let me be clear: Those who were attacked did nothing but express themselves, in a non-violent manner,” May said. “They were peacefully expressing their views — as is their right — and they should be able to do so without fear, intimidation or violence.”
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Protesters violently disrupted a conservative student event at the University of California, Davis on Thursday. (Turning Point USA )
May said it remains unclear whether the masked perpetrators were outside agitators or individuals affiliated with the university. Regardless, steps would be taken to hold them responsible, he said.
“To ensure a thorough and impartial understanding of what occurred, we are initiating a full independent review of the incident,” he said. “If it is determined that any UC Davis students or employees were involved in this vicious attack, they will face disciplinary action in accordance with university disciplinary policies. Individuals may also be held criminally responsible through the justice system.”
Thursday’s event was slated to feature guest speaker Brandon Tatum, a former police officer known for his popular YouTube Channel where he supports conservative viewpoints. However, about an hour before it began, about 30 people approached a tent and table staffed by supporters of the event.
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Protesters violently disrupt conservative student event at California university (Turning Point USA )
One demonstrator struck someone who approached the table with a cell phone, the school said. Other demonstrators pulled down the tent and engaged in shoving with those staffing the tent and others nearby. The protesters left the area before returning minutes later and trying to remove a tent.
Turning Point USA, the umbrella organization which advocates for conservative principles at colleges and universities, said equipment was destroyed, as well as signage and tables.
Staffers of the event were also assaulted, the group said. No one was arrested, the school said Thursday.
Turning Point founder and CEO Charlie Kirk said police officers stood by as the violence occurred. He noted that it wasn’t the first time violent protesters have targeted his organization at the university.
Charlie Kirk speaks during Day 1 of the Republican National Convention (RNC), at the Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, U.S., July 15, 2024. (Reuters)
“UC Davis is probably the most militant school in the country, with the largest Antifa presence,” Kirk wrote on X. “When I spoke there in March of 2023, Antifa foot soldiers vandalized the school, smashed windows and fought the police. What we have is a pattern, with no signs of improvement.”
May called the protesters’ actions “appalling and completely unacceptable.”
“There is zero tolerance for violence on our campuses — zero,” he said. “We are firmly committed to supporting free expression and open dialogue on our campus. That commitment does not — and will never — extend to acts of violence or intimidation.”
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A year ago, the Denver Broncos had some questions about the future of their center position. However, during the bye, the Broncos answered those questions by extending one their starter.
Even with that extension, the Broncos still have some questions about the position’s future, partly due to the structure of the deal they granted and the position’s depth.
Our last installment in this positional series was at offensive guard, where the Broncos are very strong and deep. As we continue breaking down each position on the Broncos’ roster ahead of training camp, let’s examine where things stand at center.
Luke Wattenberg
Wattenberg is the starter and will remain so after the big extension Denver gave him in November 2025. Before the extension, his play was solid, but afterward, he looked like a top 10 center in the NFL — then he suffered a shoulder injury.
Wattenberg’s long-term place with the Broncos will depend entirely on his play, as his four-year, $48 million deal is structured so that Denver can get out of it after the 2027 season. It’s essentially a two-year deal for about $25 million.
If Wattenberg isn’t cutting it or can’t stay healthy, the Broncos could move on and save themselves $23 million. He’s missed six games to injury since becoming the starter in 2024, so the Broncos’ depth could be tested with Wattenberg as the guy.
Alex Forsyth
The backup spot is held by Forsyth, a solid run blocker who struggles in pass protection. He has seen the field some over the last two years. When Forsyth stepped in for Wattenberg late last season, he looked much the same as he did in the same role in 2024.
There are still questions about Forsyth, not only with his play but also with the fact that he is entering the final year of his rookie deal as a 2023 seventh-round draft pick. Denver could be looking for a new backup center after this season, as he could decide he wants a chance to start elsewhere and walk in free agency, especially with six career starts on his resume.
Wattenberg will be the starter for 2026 and 2027, so long as he avoids the injury bug. He hasn’t been able to stay on the field since taking over for Lloyd Cushenberry III as the starter in 2024, so if the best predictor of future outcomes is past outcomes, the Broncos had better be prepared for Forsyth to see the field at some point in 2026.
Gavin Ortega and Michael Deiter
Oretega is an undrafted rookie the Broncos brought in, and he has a chance to compete for a practice squad spot. The Broncos brought Deiter in last year after injuries to Wattenberg and Forsyth.
There isn’t a spot for either of these players on the 53-man roster, barring preseason injuries, and it can be tough to keep two centers on the practice squad, even if the players have guard versatility.
While the Broncos have the starting job locked up with Wattenberg for the next two years, their depth is still questionable. Forsyth hasn’t shown the development you want to see, and will be a free agent after this season.
Denver could find itself looking for a center in the 2027 NFL draft to develop in case Wattenberg’s play drops off, or if he isn’t able to sustain the high level of play he displayed after getting his extension late last year.
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