An immigration judge in Louisiana has ordered the federal government to provide evidence justifying its attempt to deport a Columbia University student activist, Mahmoud Khalil. Khalil, a permanent U.S. resident and pro-Palestinian activist, was arrested in March and moved to a detention center in Louisiana. The government claims Khalil’s presence and activities in the country could have serious adverse foreign policy consequences. They also allege he withheld information about his past affiliations and employment in his residency application. Khalil’s lawyers argue these claims are unfounded and unconstitutional. The government has accused Khalil of leading activities aligned with Hamas, a designated terrorist organization, and distributing pro-Hamas propaganda. Despite this, Khalil is not facing any criminal charges.
The immigration judge has given the government 24 hours to present its evidence against Khalil. A decision on his deportation or release is expected to be made on Friday. Khalil’s legal team is concerned about the rushed timeline, questioning whether he will receive due process. Khalil and his wife, who is a U.S. citizen, are expecting their first child this month. His wife wrote him a letter expressing her worries about his potential absence during this monumental moment. The case has raised concerns about the fairness of the deportation process and its impact on Khalil and his family.
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