Today, Explained Deporting Mahmoud Khalil
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Mar 12, 2025 
Gabby Delvaye, a policy reporter at The Verge focused on immigration, and Colleen Putzel-Kavanaugh, an associate policy analyst at the Migration Policy Institute, dive deep into the case of Mahmoud Khalil, a detained green card holder and student activist. They discuss the legal challenges he faces and unpack the implications for First Amendment rights. The episode uncovers how pro-Palestine activism has made Mahmoud a target under aggressive deportation tactics, reflecting broader concerns about immigration policies during the Trump administration.
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Mahmoud Khalil's Arrest
- Mahmoud Khalil, a green card holder and Columbia University graduate, was arrested by ICE.
- He was a prominent pro-Palestine activist involved in campus divestment protests.
Khalil's Role in Protests
- While other students protested on the ground, Khalil focused on negotiating with the university administration.
- He aimed to push the administration towards divestment from certain companies.
Court Proceedings
- A federal judge ordered a hearing for Khalil but this doesn't determine his deportation.
- An immigration judge has the sole authority to decide his deportation status.