ProPalestinian

Pro-Palestinian Activist Faces Deportation Amid Legal Battle Over U.S. Residency Status

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An immigration judge in New Orleans has ordered the deportation of Mahmoud Khalil, a legal permanent resident and pro-Palestinian activist, to either Syria or Algeria. This ruling, made public in court documents, cites allegations that Khalil failed to disclose critical information on his green card application. Khalil’s legal team has announced plans to appeal the ruling but cautioned that the process could move quickly and may not yield favorable outcomes. They emphasized that an earlier ruling from a federal judge in New Jersey is currently preventing Khalil’s removal while the courts review his habeas corpus … Read more

Federal Trial Launches Amid Controversy Over Trump Administration’s Deportation Policy Targeting Pro-Palestinian Activists

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BOSTON — A federal bench trial commenced Monday regarding a lawsuit challenging policies from the Trump administration aimed at arresting and deporting faculty and students involved in pro-Palestinian demonstrations and other political activities. The case, one of the first of its kind to reach trial, involves claims brought forth by several university associations against former President Donald Trump and members of his administration. The plaintiffs seek a ruling from U.S. District Judge William Young declaring that these policies infringe upon First Amendment rights and violate the Administrative Procedure Act, which governs federal regulatory processes. In … Read more

Federal Judge Orders Release of Former Columbia Student Detained Amid Controversy Over Pro-Palestinian Protests

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NEW YORK — A federal judge has ordered the release of Mahmoud Khalil, a former graduate student at Columbia University, from immigration detention. Khalil had been held since early March as the Trump administration sought to deport him following his involvement in pro-Palestinian demonstrations. U.S. District Judge Michael Farbiarz issued the order during a hearing conducted over the phone from New Jersey. He described it as “highly unusual” for the government to continue detaining a lawful permanent resident who posed no flight risk and had not been accused of any violent behavior. “He is not … Read more

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