Mike Johnson unclear on crimes by Mahmoud Khalil

House Speaker Mike Johnson could not specify any crimes committed by Mahmoud Khalil, a student arrested for organizing protests against Israel's actions in Gaza. Khalil, a legal permanent resident, is now in a Louisiana detention facility. Khalil has not been charged with a crime, but the Department of Homeland Security claims he led activities linked to Hamas. His arrest has raised concerns about free speech and First Amendment rights among civil liberties groups and some lawmakers. Former President Trump stated that Khalil's arrest aligns with his executive orders targeting "Hamas sympathizers." Immigration officials initially suggested revoking Khalil's student visa, but experts note that his status as a permanent resident offers him more legal protections.