Mahmoud Khalil, a Columbia University graduate student and Palestinian refugee camp survivor, was recently detained by ICE agents and denied the opportunity to witness the birth of his son. Khalil, who was highly involved in pro-Palestinian student protests on campus, was arrested on a deportation order citing potential foreign policy consequences and alleged visa fraud.
His wife, Dr. Noor Abdalla, a Michigan-born dentist, has been advocating for his release, arguing that Khalil’s detention is unjust and politically motivated. ICE has not responded to requests for comment on the case. Khalil’s lawyers are challenging the deportation order and arrest in court, with a looming Wednesday deadline for the deportation to go into effect.
Abdalla expressed her frustration with ICE and the Trump administration for keeping Khalil away from his family during this important time. She believes that Khalil’s arrest is an attempt to silence his support for Palestinian freedom and that he was targeted for his involvement in the pro-Palestinian movement on campus.
Despite allegations from government officials that Khalil supported terrorists and made Jewish students fearful, his lawyers have presented evidence to the contrary. Abdalla remains hopeful that Khalil will be freed and reunited with their son, whom she believes will learn important values from his brave and compassionate father. The family is determined to continue fighting for justice and Khalil’s release.
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