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Federal Judge’s Controversial Hiring Boycott Against Columbia Grads Raises Ethical Concerns Amid Complaints of Judicial Misconduct

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Minneapolis, Minnesota — A federal judge faces a judicial complaint after allegedly participating in a hiring boycott aimed at graduates of Columbia University. The complaint, lodged against the judge who remains unnamed under the rules of judicial conduct, stems from his signature on a letter sent to the university’s president in May 2024, alongside twelve other federal judges. The letter criticized Columbia University for what the judges described as an increase in campus disruptions, anti-Semitism, and hostility toward diverse viewpoints following the October 7 terrorist attacks carried out by Hamas. The signatories expressed their diminished … Read more

Columbia Student Detained by ICE Granted Release Following Judge’s Order

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NEW YORK — A federal judge has ordered the release of a Columbia University student detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), emphasizing the importance of adhering to legal processes in immigration matters. The student, who is part of a prominent academic program, was apprehended over concerns regarding their immigration status. The situation has drawn attention to broader issues surrounding immigrant rights and the treatment of international students in the U.S. education system. Many advocates and community members rallied in support, arguing that the student is a vital contributor to their scholarly community and … Read more

Columbia Graduate and Activist Vows to Continue Fight Against Deportation Ruling by U.S. Immigration Court

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Jena, Louisiana – Mahmoud Khalil, a recent graduate of Columbia University and known for his leadership in pro-Palestinian protests, is contesting a ruling that could lead to his deportation. According to his legal team, the decision came down on Friday, sparking controversy over its implications on free speech and political dissent. Khalil’s attorney, Marc van der Hout, voiced strong opposition to the judge’s decision, stressing the political motivations behind the move. “If Mahmoud can be targeted for merely voicing his support for Palestinians, then this sets a precedent where anyone can be targeted for their … Read more

U.S. Immigration Court Greenlights Deportation Case Against Prominent Palestinian Activist and Columbia University Student

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JENA, La. — A U.S. immigration court in rural Louisiana has ruled that the Trump Administration can proceed with its deportation case against Mahmoud Khalil, a Columbia University graduate student and Palestinian activist, marking a significant case in the intersection of immigration law and free speech. Judge Jamee Comans of the LaSalle Immigration Court, operating within a high-security detention facility managed by private contractors, delivered the decision last month. Khalil, a notable figure within the pro-Palestinian student movement at Columbia University’s New York campus, was arrested in March at his apartment building in New York … Read more