Mahmoud Khalil, a Palestinian graduate student at Columbia University, was arrested by ICE agents under controversial orders to deport international students involved in protests against Israel. His attorney stated the agents attempted to revoke his student visa and permanent residency, despite his status as a permanent resident. The arrest reflects a broader crackdown by the Trump administration, as it claimed such participants in protests forfeited their rights to remain in the U.S. Vague details about Khalil's detention have since emerged, complicating the situation further as his pregnant wife faces harassment.
Greer stated, "This is a clear escalation. The administration is following through on its threats," expressing concern over the broader implications for international students.
The ICE agents claimed, acting on State Department orders, were revoking Khalil's student visa and permanent residency, signaling a tough approach to student protests.
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