Columbia Student and Palestinian Activist Mohsen Mahdawi Released After Federal Detention
U.S. District Judge Geoffrey W. Crawford ordered the release of Mohsen Mahdawi after his arrest by ICE during a naturalization interview.


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Summary
Mohsen Mahdawi, a Columbia University student and Palestinian activist, was released after Judge Geoffrey W. Crawford ruled his immigration detention violated First Amendment rights. Detained on April 14 by armed DHS agents at a naturalization interview, Mahdawi contends his arrest was politically motivated. His case highlights a larger trend, with many college students targeted for pro-Palestine activism. Following his release, Mahdawi condemned the Trump administration's actions, stating the ruling is a sign of hope for others facing similar challenges. Meanwhile, the administration stands firm, arguing that advocating violence justifies revoking immigration privileges.
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