UCLA protests Trump's deportation of activist Mahmoud Khalil

Protesters gathered at UCLA on March 11 to oppose the arrest of Mahmoud Khalil, a pro-Palestinian activist. Over 100 demonstrators marched from Royce Quad to Murphy Hall, chanting for Khalil's release and expressing concerns about free speech and deportation risks for foreign students. Khalil was arrested by Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents on March 9, linked to his involvement in protests at Columbia University. A federal judge has temporarily halted his deportation while reviewing a petition against his detention. The Department of Homeland Security claims Khalil's activities align with a designated terrorist organization. UCLA is under investigation for anti-Semitism following President Trump's executive order, which has raised tensions on campus regarding free speech and activism.