Rumeysa Ozturk, a Tufts University graduate student, was detained by federal agents for co-authoring a student newspaper op-ed. A federal judge highlighted the infringement on her First Amendment rights, stating her detention could suppress free speech among non-citizens. Ozturk, who struggled with asthma in custody, was released after a legal battle that saw government actions accelerated despite a judge's previous order. She expressed relief and gratitude during her virtual hearing upon release, while government officials maintained that student visas are privileges subject to regulation.
"The duration, intensity and frequency has increased, because of the constant triggers around me and the stressful environment at the detention facility."
"...a continued infringement on her First Amendment and due process rights...potentially chills the speech of millions of individuals who are not citizens."
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