Columbia University Student Mahmoud Khalil Arrested by ICE Amid Protests

Columbia University student Mahmoud Khalil was arrested by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) on charges related to his expired green card, sparking widespread protests across New York City. Demonstrators gathered at Federal Plaza to voice their support for Khalil and demand his release, highlighting the broader issues of immigration policies and student rights.

Khalil, a Palestinian student, has become a focal point for activists who argue that his arrest represents a misuse of immigration laws to target individuals based on their nationality and activism. The incident has led to a significant outcry, with numerous rallies and social media campaigns calling for justice and reform in immigration enforcement practices.

Amidst these events, New York City also faces infrastructural challenges, as a new plan to repair the crumbling Brooklyn-Queens Expressway (BQE) in Brooklyn Heights was announced. This development, however, has taken a backseat in public discourse due to the intensity of the protests surrounding Khalil's arrest.

• Columbia University
• ICE
• Mahmoud Khalil
• New York City

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