Cornell Student Departs U.S. After Losing Legal Fight Over Visa Revocation

Momodou Taal, a pro-Palestinian activist, left the country voluntarily following a judge's ruling against his bid to block deportation, intensifying debates on free speech and civil liberties.

Momodou Taal, a Cornell University PhD student, left the U.S. after his visa was revoked for participating in pro-Palestinian protests and making controversial social media posts.
A federal judge denied Taal's request to halt his deportation or block enforcement of Trump administration executive orders targeting foreign activists.
Taal cited fears for his safety and inability to freely express his beliefs as reasons for voluntarily leaving the country.
His departure highlights the Trump administration's broader crackdown on pro-Palestinian campus activism, which has resulted in over 300 student visa revocations.
Taal's case has reignited discussions over the balance between national security measures and constitutional protections for free speech and academic freedom.