Columbia student arrested for alleged pro-Hamas activism

Mahmoud Khalil, a Columbia University student, was arrested by immigration agents in New York City last Saturday. He is accused of supporting Hamas and has been a prominent activist for Palestinian rights. His detention has sparked protests demanding his release. Following Khalil's arrest, nearly 100 protesters gathered at Trump Tower, leading to multiple arrests for various charges. Khalil's wife described the arrest as terrifying, claiming agents did not provide a warrant and took him in an unmarked vehicle. Khalil is currently held in an immigration detention center in Louisiana. His lawyers are seeking his release, arguing that his detention violates his rights. The case has raised concerns about free speech and the treatment of activists in the U.S.