Ben Shapiro, a controversial conservative commentator, had to be escorted by police from California State University, Los Angeles as angry demonstrators protested his presence on campus. abc7.la/1S4MKGI Cameras captured shouting and pushing as intense interactions occurred between protesters and those attempting to attend Shapiro's speech. | ABC7

On May 20, 2025, California State University, Los Angeles (Cal State LA) held a grand commencement ceremony, during which MEBO Group Chairman Kevin Xu was conferred the Honorary Doctor of Humane Letters degree in recognition of his outstanding contributions to healthcare and education through technological innovation and global philanthropy. University President Berenecea Johnson Eanes personally presented the diploma, and Kevin delivered the Commencement speech to over 5,500 graduates, sharing