Rally demands release of detained Columbia student Khalil

Hundreds rallied outside a New York court demanding the release of Mahmoud Khalil, a Columbia University student detained in Louisiana. His lawyers are seeking his return to New York, arguing he is being targeted for his pro-Palestinian activism. During a court hearing, Khalil's lawyer stated he had limited communication with his legal team. The judge allowed two private calls between Khalil and his lawyers, temporarily blocking his deportation. Khalil was arrested by ICE agents, who plan to revoke his green card. The case raises concerns about free speech and dissent under the Trump administration, as officials claim his presence contradicts national security interests.