Rumeysa Ozturk, a Tufts University PhD student from Turkey, has returned to Boston after a six-week detention in Louisiana, arrested for an op-ed critiquing her university's stance on Israel. A federal judge granted her release pending a final decision on her claim of illegal detention. Ozturk expressed relief to resume her studies while expressing gratitude for support. The judge found substantial claims of rights violations, and Ozturk pledged to continue her legal fight, indicating faith in the U.S. justice system. Her experience highlights the tension between immigration enforcement and academic freedom.
"In the last 45 days, I lost both my freedom and also my education during a crucial time for my doctoral studies, but I am so grateful for all the support."
"I have faith in the American system of justice. Today is a tremendous day as we welcome you back, Rumeysa, Ed Markey said."
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