Trump administration pressures colleges over pro-Palestinian protests

The Trump administration is increasing pressure on colleges regarding pro-Palestinian protests. Mahmoud Khalil, an activist detained by ICE, remains in custody as protests continue at Columbia University, where federal agents have served warrants related to student involvement in demonstrations. Khalil's legal team is working to secure his bail, with a court deadline set for Friday. The Justice Department is investigating whether Columbia violated civil rights laws during last year's protests, while the university faces demands from the government regarding its handling of antisemitism on campus. Columbia has expelled or suspended students involved in protests and is under scrutiny for its cooperation with federal investigations. Protests against the administration's actions occurred at Trump Tower, highlighting concerns over the treatment of students and free speech on campuses.