Columbia activist Mahmoud Khalil detained by federal agents
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Mahmoud Khalil, a 29-year-old legal resident and Columbia University graduate, was arrested by federal agents after his green card was revoked by the Trump administration. His attorney claims the arrest is an attempt to suppress lawful dissent. Khalil, a Palestinian activist, has advocated for social justice and equality. He was involved in protests at Columbia University following the Israel-Hamas conflict, which intensified pro-Palestinian demonstrations on campuses. A federal judge has blocked immediate deportation efforts and scheduled a hearing for Khalil's case. Protests have erupted in New York City, with many calling for his release, while some support the government's actions against perceived antisemitism.