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Activist Student Arrested, Launches Legal Defense Fund
5/8/2025
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- Palestinian student Mohsen Mahdawi was arrested during a citizenship interview in Vermont, alleging his detention stemmed from his activism. Determined to make a difference, he aims to launch the Vermont Immigration Legal Defense Fund to aid others in similar predicaments. Mahdawi passionately advocates for democracy and human rights as he navigates his legal battles.
