Columbia

Free Speech or National Security? Columbia Grad Student Faces Deportation Amidst Campus Protest Controversy

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New York, NY — In a recent court ruling, Columbia University graduate student Mahmoud Khalil was ordered to remain detained in Louisiana until further legal proceedings, despite ongoing legal challenges against the Trump administration’s attempt to deport him due to his involvement in campus protests over Israel. Khalil, a 30-year-old permanent U.S. resident and married to an American citizen, has become a central figure in a broader debate surrounding free speech and advocacy for Palestinian rights. Hundreds of supporters gathered outside the federal courthouse in Manhattan, voicing their opposition to Khalil’s arrest last Saturday and … Read more

Judge to Review Case of Columbia University Activist Facing Deportation Amid Free Speech Concerns

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New York, NY – A court hearing is set for Wednesday following the controversial arrest of Mahmoud Khalil, a pro-Palestinian activist and Columbia University demonstrator, who was detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officials. Khalil, a legal permanent resident with a green card, was apprehended amid allegations of affiliating with terrorist groups, an accusation he vehemently denies. Khalil, known for leading vocal protests against Israel’s military actions in Gaza at Columbia, has become a focal point in broader discussions about free speech and the rights of activists on college campuses. His arrest this past … Read more

Federal Judge Halts Deportation of Palestinian Student Arrested at Columbia University

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A federal judge in New York has issued a temporary injunction preventing the deportation of a Palestinian student from Columbia University, who was recently apprehended by immigration authorities. The student, whose identity has not been disclosed, faced imminent deportation despite ongoing legal battles surrounding his visa status. The Columbia University community, along with various human rights organizations, have rallied behind the student, arguing that his removal from the United States could jeopardize his personal safety and academic career. Legal advocates for the student contend that the attempted deportation violated due process rights under U.S. law. … Read more

Palestinian Activist and Former Columbia Student Leader Detained in Sudden ICE Raid Amid Ongoing Campus Protests

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New York City, NY — Mahmoud Khalil, a notable Palestinian activist recognized for his leadership during the 2024 Columbia University student protests, was apprehended Saturday night by federal immigration officials. The arrest occurred at his residence near Columbia’s Manhattan campus, and according to Khalil’s attorney, Amy Greer, was executed under a directive from the State Department to withdraw his green card. During the incident, agents relayed to Greer via phone that the initial intent was to revoke Khalil’s student visa but shifted upon discovering he was a permanent resident. Greer further claimed the agents also … Read more