ICE Detains Palestinian Activist Amid Columbia University Protests
Amid ongoing protests at Columbia University, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has detained Mahmoud Khalil, a Palestinian student and activist. Khalil, a graduate of the School of International and Public Affairs (SIPA) class of 2024, was taken into custody on March 9, 2025, sparking outrage and further mobilization among students and activists.
The protests at Columbia University have been intensifying over recent weeks, focusing on issues of Palestinian rights and U.S. policies in the Middle East. Khalil's arrest has become a focal point for demonstrators, with many vowing to continue their actions in solidarity with him and the broader Palestinian cause.
Students at Columbia have pledged to keep protesting despite a recent halt in federal funding ordered by President Trump, which they believe is a direct response to their activism. Khalil's lawyer has stated that the activist's detention is an attempt to silence dissent and intimidate other protesters.
The situation at Columbia has drawn national and international attention, highlighting tensions between freedom of speech, immigration policies, and political activism on U.S. college campuses.
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