Khalil sues Trump, Rubio for alleged constitutional violations

Mahmoud Khalil, an anti-Israel activist, has added former President Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio to his lawsuit, claiming they violated his constitutional rights. He alleges their actions are aimed at silencing pro-Palestinian views. Khalil's amended petition, filed in New York, accuses the Trump administration of "targeted" detention to prevent him from expressing his opinions. He argues this is part of a broader campaign against advocates for Palestine. Khalil's lawyers contend that the grounds for his potential deportation are rarely used and typically reserved for serious cases. They assert that such actions have not been applied to individuals exercising their First Amendment rights.