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Cornell Student Activist Momodou Taal Departs U.S. Amid Deportation Threats

Cornell Student Activist Momodou Taal Departs U.S. Amid Deportation Threats

Cornell University student and pro-Palestinian activist Momodou Taal has voluntarily left the United States, amid looming deportation threats. Taal, who had previously sued former President Donald Trump over a travel ban affecting several Muslim-majority countries, faced intense scrutiny and legal challenges that culminated in his decision to depart.

The situation escalated after Taal's involvement in campus protests supporting Palestinian rights, which drew significant attention from both supporters and critics. His legal battle against the Trump administration's policies had made him a notable figure in the immigrant rights community, but recent developments led to his departure.

Taal's case has sparked widespread discussion on immigration policies and the rights of international students in the U.S. His departure has been met with protests and calls for reform from various advocacy groups, highlighting the ongoing tensions surrounding immigration and activism in the country.

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