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Columbia University Grad Files Complaint Against Trump Amid Arrest; New Federal Lease Cuts Announced

Mahmoud Khalil's legal battle against Trump is overshadowed by significant federal lease reductions totaling two million square feet by 2025, affecting numerous agencies.

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Mahmoud Khalil, a lawful Columbia University graduate, filed an amended complaint against Donald Trump post-arrest during pro-Palestinian protests, alleging politically motivated deportation attempts violating First Amendment rights. His detention parallels the case of activist Ravi Ragbir, and he has been moved to a Louisiana detention center as part of the Trump administration's effort to circumvent legal challenges due to his activism. Meanwhile, significant federal lease cuts are set to take effect by the end of 2025, with agencies like the IRS and Social Security Administration facing substantial closures amid divided public opinion on government efficiency initiatives.

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By the end of 2025, hundreds of federal agency leases will be terminated, totaling two million square feet of office space. The General Services Administration is collaborating with the Department of Government Efficiency to cut at least $500 million in lease costs.
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: Mahmoud Khalil was arrested by ICE allegedly in retaliation for his pro-Palestine advocacy at Columbia University. The Trump administration claims his activities could have serious adverse foreign policy consequences, though he has not been charged with any crime.
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: A federal judge has temporarily blocked Mahmoud Khalil's deportation. His legal team has filed a habeas petition and complaint challenging his detention, arguing it violates his constitutional rights.
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: The federal lease cuts are part of broader government efficiency initiatives. While they are not directly related to Mahmoud Khalil's case, they reflect a divided public opinion on government actions, with some viewing them as necessary for efficiency and others as harmful to public services.
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