Summary
A U.S. appeals court dismissed Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil's petition challenging his detention and deportation. The court ruled that only immigration courts, not federal courts, have authority over his case.
Key Facts
- A U.S. appeals court dismissed Mahmoud Khalil's petition on Thursday.
- Khalil was challenging his detention and deportation.
- The court said only immigration courts have jurisdiction, not federal courts.
- Khalil, detained last year, missed the birth of his first child.
- Khalil is a lawful permanent resident in the U.S., married to a U.S. citizen.
- Khalil's case involved challenging his deportation and arguing his detention was illegal.
- The court's decision allows for Khalil's possible re-arrest.
- Rights advocates claim the deportation campaign breaches U.S. free speech rights.
