Cornell grad student sues to prevent deportation fears

Momodou Taal, a Cornell University graduate student, has filed a lawsuit to block two executive orders from the Trump administration. He fears these orders could lead to his deportation due to his pro-Palestinian activism. The lawsuit, filed on March 15, 2025, claims the orders violate free speech rights. Taal is joined by other plaintiffs, including a professor and another student, who argue the orders threaten their ability to express their views. The executive orders target pro-Palestinian activists and those accused of anti-Semitic speech. A hearing on the case may take place soon, according to Taal's lawyer.