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Mahmoud Khalil
ActivistLean Left
A pro-Palestinian activist and Columbia University student who was detained by federal agents.
Notable Quotes
"The administration wants to arrest, detain, and deport me to intimidate everyone speaking out for Palestine across this country."View Story →
"The only thing I am guilty of is speaking out against the genocide in Palestine — and this administration has weaponized the immigration system to punish me for it."View Story →
"Today’s ruling is deeply disappointing, but it does not break our resolve."View Story →
"The administration wants to arrest, detain and deport me to intimidate everyone speaking out for Palestine across this country, and they are willing to violate longstanding US rules and procedures to do it."View Story →
"The only thing I am guilty of is speaking out against the genocide in Palestine — and this administration has weaponized the immigration system to punish me for it."View Story →
Related Stories
Pro-Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil to appeal to US Supreme Court to avoid re-arrest - Reuters
Pro-Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil to appeal to US Supreme Court to avoid re-arrest Reuters
May 22, 2026Columbia University protester released after one year in immigration custody
Federal officials say Leqaa Kordia overstayed her student visa. Her lawyer says she was targeted for pro-Palestinian activism.
March 17, 2026Federal agents detain Columbia University student in campus housing - Reuters
Federal agents detain Columbia University student in campus housing Reuters
February 26, 2026