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Columbia Student Raises $42K Amid Controversial Activism

4/17/2025

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Mohsen Mahdawi, a Columbia University student at risk of deportation for his pro-Hamas stance, has garnered over $42,000 through a GoFundMe campaign for legal support, thanks in part to Rep. Ilhan Omar's daughter, Isra Hirsi. His activism has sparked controversy, raising concerns about its potential impact on Middle East peace initiatives.

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Mohsen Mahdawi, a Columbia University student at risk of deportation for his pro-Hamas stance, has garnered over $42,000 through a GoFundMe campaign for legal support, thanks in part to Rep. Ilhan Omar's daughter, Isra Hirsi. His activism has sparked controversy, raising concerns about its potential impact on Middle East peace initiatives.