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A Columbia University student detained by immigration officials last month could learn his fate this week. Mahmoud Khalil, a Palestinian activist, is awaiting a court decision after a judge gave the Trump administration until Wednesday night, April 9, to provide evidence justifying his deportation.
Khalil has not been charged with any crime, but U.S. government officials accuse him of being a terrorist sympathizer. The allegations stem from his participation in pro-Palestine protests on the university’s campus last year.
Supporters of Khalil argue that his detention infringes on his rights to free speech and peaceful assembly. “Mahmoud was exercising his rights as a student and activist to speak out against injustices,” said a fellow student who wished to remain anonymous.
Human rights organizations have expressed concern over the case, highlighting a potential trend of targeting activists under the guise of national security. The outcome of Khalil’s case could set a precedent for how immigration officials handle similar situations in the future.
The court’s decision is expected soon, leaving Khalil and his supporters anxiously awaiting the next steps. For now, he remains in detention, hopeful that the judge will rule in his favor.
