Nathan Fried-Wessler
Deputy Director at the ACLU's Speech, Privacy, and Technology Project who served as legal counsel in Mahdawi's habeas and immigration-related litigation, providing constitutional and First Amendment analysis.
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Dec 22, 2025 • 30min
Mohsen Mahdawi's Case
Mohsen Mahdawi, a Palestinian activist and former Columbia University student leader, shares his harrowing experience of being detained by ICE while pursuing U.S. citizenship. Joined by Nathan Fried-Wessler of the ACLU, they delve into the legal implications of Mohsen's case and its ties to broader civil rights issues. They discuss the pro-Palestinian movement, the interconnectedness of various justice struggles, and Mohsen's vision for peace in the region. Their conversation highlights the necessity of dignity, rights, and the challenges facing immigrant activism.
