Hundreds rallied outside a U.S. courthouse Friday, waving signs and chanting for the release of international students detained during pro-Palestine protests. Mahmoud Khalil, a student facing deportation for opposing Israel\u2019s actions in Gaza, has become a symbol of growing tensions over free speech on campuses.
The protests gained momentum after security footage showed another student’s controversial arrest, reigniting criticism of Trump-era immigration policies. "This isn\u2019t about politics—it\u2019s about our right to speak out," said one demonstrator, echoing viral TikTok demands for #JusticeForMahmoud.
As deportation hearings loom, the clash between activism and policy is heating up faster than a Marvel vs. DC debate. Will universities back their students or bow to pressure? Stay tuned.
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Protestors call for release of detained international students in US
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