Protestors clash with NYPD in Manhattan over detainee

Protesters clashed with NYPD officers in Manhattan on Tuesday, demanding the release of Mahmoud Khalil, a former Columbia University student arrested by ICE over the weekend. The demonstration grew from 350 to about 500 participants, blocking traffic. Despite police warnings, protesters refused to clear the roadway, leading to at least a dozen arrests. Tensions escalated when they attempted to enter City Hall Park. Khalil faces deportation after being accused of promoting "pro-Hamas" views. His legal team argues that his detention violates his constitutional rights. A federal hearing regarding his case is scheduled for Wednesday, and a judge has temporarily blocked his removal to preserve court jurisdiction.