Palestinian activist faces deportation after ICE arrest

Mahmoud Khalil, a Palestinian activist and legal permanent resident, was arrested by ICE in New York and faces deportation. His detention follows accusations of leading pro-Hamas protests, which the government claims violates immigration laws. A federal judge has temporarily blocked Khalil's deportation, allowing for a legal review of his case. Khalil's lawyers argue that the government is targeting him for his political views and violating his rights as a green card holder. Khalil is currently held in a Louisiana immigration detention facility. His initial immigration court hearing is set for March 21, while a separate hearing on his legal challenge is scheduled for Wednesday.