Mahmoud Khalil, a former Columbia University student detaining in Louisiana, remains incarcerated despite a federal judge's ruling pointing to the likely unconstitutionality of his imprisonment by immigration officials. Judge Michael Farbiarz, reflecting on the actions of Secretary of State Marco Rubio, identified potential constitutional violations related to Khalil's involvement in protests supporting Palestinian rights. While expressing hope for Khalil's eventual release and reunion with his family, the judge highlighted the broader implications of the case, cautioning against the application of Section 1227 in ways that could undermine individual rights.
Despite the ruling, the judge stopped short of ordering Khalil's release and allowing him to meet his newborn son.
Judge Michael Farbiarz ruled that Secretary of State Marco Rubio likely violated constitutional law in using Section 1227 to threaten Khalil's removal.
Farbiarz described the administration's pursuit of Khalil's deportation as 'unprecedented', questioning the constitutional limits of such actions against foreign nationals.
The judge noted, 'If Section 1227 can apply... then other, similar statutes... can also one day be made to apply'.
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