A Columbia University student activist, Mahmoud Khalil, who is a permanent U.S. resident and prominent pro-Palestinian activist, is facing deportation by the federal government. An immigration judge in Louisiana has ordered the government to provide evidence justifying this deportation attempt within 24 hours. The government has accused Khalil of possibly having serious adverse foreign policy consequences, withholding information about his background, and engaging in activities aligned with a designated terrorist organization, Hamas.
Khalil’s legal team has criticized the lack of evidence and described the government’s claims as absurd and unconstitutional. They have also expressed concerns about the rushed process and the potential denial of due process to Khalil. Despite the accusations, Khalil is not publicly known to face any criminal charges.
A hearing is scheduled for Friday, where the immigration judge will decide whether Khalil can be removed from the United States or released. Khalil’s lawyers may apply for relief from removal if he is deemed deportable. Khalil and his wife, who is a U.S. citizen, are expecting their first child this month, adding to the personal stakes of this legal battle. Khalil’s wife has written a letter expressing her concerns about the situation and the uncertainty of his presence during the birth of their child.
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