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US Judge Denies Bail for Pro-Palestinian Activist Khalil Amid Growing Controversy

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A U.S. judge has denied bail to Khalil Khatib, a pro-Palestinian activist who was detained earlier this month. Khatib, known for his vocal opposition to Israeli policies and his activism within the U.S., has reportedly been held on various charges linked to his actions during protests. The decision came after a hearing that drew significant attention from supporters and activists who argue that Khatib’s detention is politically motivated. Khatib was arrested following a series of demonstrations advocating for Palestinian rights, which have recently gained increased visibility across the country. During the hearing, prosecutors outlined their … Read more

Federal Judge Denies Release for Palestinian Activist Mahmoud Khalil, Citing Legal Maneuvering Amid Family Separation

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NEW YORK — A federal judge has ruled against Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil, declining to release him from immigration detention despite previously questioning the legality of his impending deportation. U.S. District Judge Michael Farbiarz stated that Khalil has not yet sufficiently demonstrated that his detention is unlawful. Khalil, a former student at Columbia University, has been in custody since March. The judge’s earlier consideration indicated that the government’s attempt to remove him from the United States on foreign policy grounds might violate constitutional protections. However, the federal government later submitted documents asserting it could continue … Read more

Trump’s Attorney Denies Musk’s Claims of Epstein Connection, Defends Former President Amid Allegations

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New York, N.Y. — Elon Musk sparked controversy this week by suggesting that former President Donald Trump is mentioned in files related to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Musk’s comments, made on social media platform X, were swiftly met with rebuttals from Epstein’s former attorney. David Schoen, who represented Epstein shortly before the latter’s death, defended Trump in a post on X. He stated, “I was hired to lead Jeffrey Epstein’s defense as his criminal lawyer nine days before he died,” adding that Epstein had sought his counsel for months prior to that time. Schoen … Read more

Trump’s Immigration Directive Sparks Controversy as Talbot County Denies Sanctuary Status

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Wilmington, Del. — An executive order from President Trump mandates the publication of a list of states and local jurisdictions that hinder federal immigration law enforcement. This initiative aims to identify areas labeled as sanctuary jurisdictions based on their compliance with federal statutes, information-sharing practices, and protections afforded to individuals illegally residing in the United States. Jurisdictions recognized in this list will receive formal notifications regarding their non-compliance, and updates will occur regularly. Currently, Delaware is classified as a sanctuary state along with New Castle County, and the cities of Camden and Newark. In Camden, … Read more