Mahmoud Khalil, a Columbia University graduate and Palestinian activist, is pursuing a $20 million claim against the Trump administration for alleged false imprisonment and malicious prosecution. His lawyers argue that the administration targeted him for his pro-Palestinian activism. Khalil was detained for over three months before his recent release. He described the justice process as overdue and emphasized that no one should be detained for protesting against genocide. Khalil expressed the personal toll of his detention, particularly the time lost with his infant son, born during his imprisonment.
Lawyers for Mahmoud Khalil have filed a claim for $20m in damages against the Trump administration, alleging false imprisonment and malicious prosecution.
Khalil was detained for over three months for his pro-Palestinian activism and released last month, calling the delay in justice long overdue.
Khalil criticized the Trump administration, stating that there is no right person who should be detained for protesting against genocide.
Upon his release, Khalil expressed his eagerness to return home to his infant son, highlighting the personal cost of his activism.
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