Immigration

Activist Mahmoud Khalil Ordered Deported Amid Allegations of Immigration Misconduct in Controversial Case

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A Louisiana immigration judge has mandated the deportation of former Columbia University student Mahmoud Khalil to either Syria or Algeria, citing his alleged failure to fully disclose necessary information on his green card application. This ruling, unveiled in federal court documents by Khalil’s legal team on Wednesday, marks a significant turn in Khalil’s ongoing legal battles. Judge Jamee Comans stated that Khalil was aware that failing to disclose his affiliations could lead to further scrutiny and potential denial of his application for conditional permanent residency. She asserted that Khalil’s omissions were intentional, declaring that they … Read more

Immigration Judge Orders Controversial Deportation of Palestinian Activist Mahmoud Khalil Amid Appeals Battle

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A Louisiana immigration judge has ordered the deportation of Mahmoud Khalil, a Palestinian activist and legal permanent resident of the United States, to either Syria or Algeria. This decision, made by Judge Jamee Comans, was revealed in court filings submitted on Wednesday. Khalil’s deportation stems from allegations that he failed to provide complete information on his green card application. Khalil’s legal team has indicated plans to appeal the ruling. However, they cautioned that the appeal process is likely to be expedient and challenging, with limited chances for success. According to their letter to federal Judge … Read more

Democratic Senators Express Alarm Over Pentagon’s Plan to Deploy Military Lawyers as Immigration Judges

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WASHINGTON — A group of Democratic senators has expressed significant concerns regarding a recent Pentagon initiative allowing military lawyers to temporarily serve as immigration judges. They argue that this move could breach longstanding prohibitions against utilizing military personnel for law enforcement duties, potentially undermining the military’s judicial framework. The letter to military service branches, shared with the press, was dispatched shortly after Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth sanctioned the deployment of up to 600 military attorneys to the Justice Department. This initiative aligns with broader immigration enforcement strategies pursued by the Trump administration, which has seen … Read more

California Legislature Moves to Unmask Law Enforcement, Boost Transparency Amid Immigration Raids

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LOS ANGELES — The California Legislature took a significant step Thursday by passing two bills aimed at increasing transparency for law enforcement officials on duty. These measures prohibit on-duty officers, including federal immigration agents, from concealing their identities with masks and require them to properly identify themselves. Senate Bill 627, co-authored by Senators Scott Wiener of San Francisco and Jesse Arreguín of Berkeley, includes specific exemptions for tactical units such as SWAT teams. The bill was introduced in response to recent immigration enforcement activities in Los Angeles, which involved federal officers wearing face coverings during … Read more