A federal judge has ordered the release of Mahmoud Khalil, a pro-Palestine activist detained under claims he poses a national security threat. U.S. District Judge Michael Farbiarz blocked Khalil's deportation, citing irreparable harm to Khalil, including loss of employment and personal milestones. This ruling sets a precedent that detainment based solely on foreign policy arguments lacks legal basis under the Immigration and Nationality Act. Khalil's legal representatives view this as a crucial victory and demand his immediate release to reunite with his wife and newborn child.
The judge found no basis for continuing to hold Khalil based on Rubio's determination that Khalil's presence in the U.S. compromises foreign policy interests.
This vindicates what Mahmoud has maintained since day one - that the government cannot detain or deport him based on Rubio's say-so.
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