Mahmoud Khalil calls for deportation to be halted in light of new evidence
Summary
Mahmoud Khalil, a permanent US resident and former Columbia University student, faces deportation after being targeted for his pro-Palestine activism. His lawyers have asked an immigration court to reopen and stop his deportation case, citing new evidence that suggests the Trump Administration influenced the case's outcome.Key Facts
- Khalil was detained by US immigration agents in March 2025 after participating in pro-Palestine protests.
- He is married to a US citizen and argues he is being targeted for his political views.
- Lawyers say new evidence shows the Trump Administration may have fast-tracked his case to set an example.
- Three immigration appeals judges recused themselves from Khalil’s case, which is unusual.
- Khalil was released from detention in June 2025 by a federal judge, but the appeals court later ruled the judge lacked authority.
- The Trump Administration claims his deportation is part of fighting anti-Semitism but offers no proof.
- The FBI closed an investigation into alleged calls for violence by Khalil, finding no reason to continue.
- The government used a rare law that allows deportation based on beliefs or statements, raising free speech questions.
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