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Columbia Student Calls Out Administration Over ICE Detention

4/6/2025

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Columbia University student Mahmoud Khalil has boldly called out the administration in an op-ed, alleging it played a role in his detention by ICE over supposed Hamas connections. Drawing parallels to his escape from Syria, he condemned classmates for perpetuating a misleading narrative of antisemitism. His arrest has sparked protests, urging the university to clarify its actions.

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Columbia University student Mahmoud Khalil has boldly called out the administration in an op-ed, alleging it played a role in his detention by ICE over supposed Hamas connections. Drawing parallels to his escape from Syria, he condemned classmates for perpetuating a misleading narrative of antisemitism. His arrest has sparked protests, urging the university to clarify its actions.