Wife advocates for Mahmoud Khalil's release from detention
Mahmoud Khalil's wife has requested his release from immigration detention, emphasizing her need for him to be present for the birth of their child. Khalil, a pro-Palestinian activist and permanent U.S. resident, was arrested over the weekend. He was taken to a detention center in Louisiana after his arrest in New York City. A federal judge has temporarily blocked efforts to deport him. Khalil's detention has sparked protests, with around 3,000 demonstrators gathering in Lower Manhattan.