PORTLAND, Ore. (KPTV) - A Portland State University faculty member was put on leave after allegedly claiming to be part of Hamas in a video circulating online.

According to PSU President Ann Cudd, the faculty member is heard in the video saying “I am Hamas. We are all Hamas.” It appears the professor is at a protest, and Cudd said the video was taken off campus.

The unnamed faculty member has been placed on administrative leave pending the outcome of an investigation, Cudd said in a statement.

“PSU stands unequivocally against antisemitism, terrorism, and hate of any kind, including the statements made in this video,” Cudd said. “Our university community has been working hard to create a welcoming and supportive environment for all, including our Jewish students, faculty and staff. The

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