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Federal judge rules Trump unconstitutionally targeted Gaza war protesters for deportation

Federal judge rules Trump unconstitutionally targeted Gaza war protesters for deportation

Summary

A federal judge ruled that the Trump administration's attempt to deport immigrants for protesting against the Gaza war was against the U.S. Constitution. The judge said this action violated the First Amendment, which protects free speech. The ruling came after a trial where different witnesses shared their views.

Key Facts

  • A federal judge in Boston made the ruling.
  • The judge found the government's actions unconstitutional.
  • The case involved noncitizens protesting the Gaza war.
  • The policy in question was said to violate the First Amendment.
  • The trial involved testimonies about targeting students and scholars critical of Israel.
  • There were conflicting testimonies about whether an ideological deportation policy existed.
  • Visa revocations were discussed, including those of Rumeysa Ozturk and Mahmoud Khalil.

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