Federal agents arrest Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil in NYC

Federal immigration agents arrested Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil in a video released on Friday. The arrest occurred in his apartment building lobby, prompting protests nationwide. Khalil, a Columbia University student, was taken into custody without a warrant. Khalil's wife, Noor Abdalla, described the incident as terrifying, claiming agents refused to identify themselves. The Justice Department is investigating whether Columbia University concealed illegal immigrants on campus. Khalil, a lawful U.S. resident, faces deportation under a law related to foreign policy concerns. Khalil was transported from New York to Louisiana, where he is currently detained. His lawyers filed a lawsuit detailing his treatment during the arrest and transport. Khalil is concerned about missing the birth of his first child and continuing his advocacy for Palestinian rights.