ICE Arrests Palestinian Protester, Green Card Status Questioned
Federal immigration authorities arrested Mahmoud Khalil, a Palestinian activist and Columbia University graduate, at his university apartment. The Department of Homeland Security cited President Trump’s executive orders against anti-Semitism, alleging Khalil’s involvement in Hamas-aligned activities, though providing no specific charges. This arrest follows President Trump’s vow to deport foreign students participating in anti-Israel protests and the administration’s reduction of funding to Columbia University. Khalil’s attorney stated that the arrest is a violation of due process and will be challenged in court.
John Q. Hosedrinker