Columbia student claims kidnapping during federal detention

Mahmoud Khalil, a Columbia University student, claims he felt kidnapped during his detention by federal agents. His lawyers filed a lawsuit seeking his release, detailing his treatment during transport from New York to Louisiana. Khalil was handcuffed and shackled, spending time in a cold waiting room and a bunker without basic comforts. His lawyers argue he was denied access to legal counsel and faced harsh conditions during his detention. 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 national security laws.