Columbia student claims kidnapping during detention by agents

Mahmoud Khalil, a Columbia University student, claims he felt kidnapped during his detention and transport to Louisiana. His lawyers filed a lawsuit seeking his release, detailing his treatment by federal agents and the conditions he faced. Khalil was arrested by Homeland Security agents and transported without proper identification. He was held in a cold facility and denied basic comforts. His lawyers argue he was denied access to legal counsel during this time. The lawsuit now includes President Trump and Secretary of State Rubio as defendants. The Justice Department seeks to dismiss the case or move it to a different jurisdiction, asserting Khalil's detention was lawful under existing regulations.