Palestinian Activist and Columbia Graduate Mahmoud Khalil Detained by ICE

Khalil, a U.S. green card holder and prominent pro-Palestinian activist, was arrested days after the Trump administration revoked Columbia University's federal funding.

Mahmoud Khalil, a Columbia University graduate and lawful permanent resident, was detained by ICE agents claiming his student visa was revoked, despite his green card status.
The arrest follows President Trump's executive order targeting 'illegal protests' and threats to deport foreign nationals involved in campus activism.
Khalil was a key negotiator in Columbia's pro-Palestinian protests last year, which led to clashes on campus and accusations of antisemitism from critics.
The Trump administration recently withdrew $400 million in federal funding from Columbia University, citing its failure to address antisemitism during the protests.
Khalil's detention has sparked legal challenges and widespread condemnation from civil rights groups, while some pro-Israel advocates have praised the action.