Trump announces crackdown on pro-Gaza protests nationwide

President Trump announced a crackdown on pro-Gaza protests following the arrest of Mahmoud Khalil, a Palestinian activist and lawful U.S. citizen. Trump stated this arrest is the first of many, targeting what he calls "terrorist sympathizers." Khalil was detained by federal agents in New York and is currently in an immigration jail in Louisiana. A federal judge has temporarily halted his deportation while considering a legal challenge from his lawyers, who argue the government is retaliating against his advocacy for Palestinian rights. Civil rights groups and Columbia University faculty have criticized Khalil's detention, claiming it threatens free speech. The U.S. Education Department warned colleges about potential funding cuts if they do not address antisemitism and ensure access to education.