#free-Mahmoud-Khalil
For now at least, Kilmar Abrego Garcia is free, Mahmoud Khalil is, Rümeysa Öztürk and now Liam Ramos
February 1, 2026 at 5:29 PM
DHS Targeted Students for Protected Speech

Newly unsealed court documents show that the federal government arrested and attempted to deport international scholars based solely on their pro-Palestinian activism. https://bit.ly/4qQvsRx
January 26, 2026 at 4:26 PM
this is one reason of many why trans and queer people rightfully see the anti ICE movement as the front lines for all of our liberation. we aren't free until we are all free.

Mahmoud Khalil is also reportedly being reported to Algeria soon, for free speech.
Mahmoud Khalil, SIPA ’24, will be rearrested and deported to Algeria, DHS says
Mahmoud Khalil, SIPA ’24, will be rearrested and deported to Algeria, Tricia McLaughlin, Department of Homeland Security assistant secretary for public affairs, announced Thursday, as the federal gove...
www.columbiaspectator.com
January 24, 2026 at 10:04 PM
January 24, 2026 at 5:53 PM
Mahmoud Khalil responded after a DHS official threatened deportation to Algeria, noting that he cannot legally be detained or deported because his appeals process is still ongoing. In a televised interview last night, DHS spokesperson Tricia McLaughlin had said, “It looks like he’ll go to Algeria...
January 24, 2026 at 5:28 PM
Free Mahmoud Khalil 🇵🇸
January 24, 2026 at 4:40 PM
'Looks Like He'll Go to Algeria': DHS Plans to Rearrest and Deport Columbia Encampment Leader Mahmoud Khalil (Meghan Blonder/The Washington Free Beacon)

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January 23, 2026 at 3:40 AM
Trump admin plans to deport Mahmoud Khalil as Mamdani decries it as attack on free speech
Trump admin plans to deport Mahmoud Khalil as Mamdani decries it as attack on free speech
NEW YORK — The Trump administration said it plans to rearrest Mahmoud Khalil, with the goal of deporting the Columbia University activist of Palestinian descent to Algeria — a move
www.dailygazette.com
January 23, 2026 at 2:26 AM
Trump admin plans to deport Mahmoud Khalil as Mamdani decries it as attack on free speech
Trump admin plans to deport Mahmoud Khalil as Mamdani decries it as attack on free speech
The Trump administration said it plans to rearrest Mahmoud Khalil, with the goal of deporting the Columbia University activist of Palestinian descent to Algeria — a move Khalil’s lawyers pann…
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January 22, 2026 at 10:00 PM
Trump admin plans to deport Mahmoud Khalil as Mamdani decries it as attack on free speech
Trump admin plans to deport Mahmoud Khalil as Mamdani decries it as attack on free speech
The Trump administration said it plans to rearrest Mahmoud Khalil, with the goal of deporting the Columbia University activist of Palestinian descent to Algeria — a move Khalil’s lawyers pann…
www.nydailynews.com
January 22, 2026 at 9:25 PM
Mahmoud Khalil can't be legally detained or deported right now because his appeals process is still playing out.

The Trump administration's threats to deport him only reinforce their disregard for the First Amendment. We won't stop fighting to keep Mahmoud free.
Columbia campus protest leader Khalil now faces deportation to Algeria, Trump official says
The action is a 'reminder' to other immigrants they are 'a guest' in the U.S., a DHS official said.
gothamist.com
January 22, 2026 at 7:15 PM
‘Unconstitutional conspiracy’: Judge slams Trump administration over targeted deportations of folks who support Palestine.

Young…(will) make public much of the yet-undisclosed evidence in the case!
www.politico.com/news/2026/01... Is accountability coming for Canary Mission & their doxxing trucks?
January 17, 2026 at 9:05 PM
"Mahmoud Khalil is free and must remain free."
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January 17, 2026 at 3:59 PM
Last year's arrest of Mahmoud Khalil was more than just a chilling act of political repression, it was an attack on all of our constitutional rights. Now, as the crackdown on pro-Palestinian free speech continues, Mahmoud is being threatened with rearrest. Mahmoud is free—and must remain free.
January 17, 2026 at 4:01 AM
"Mahmoud Khalil is free and must remain free." FRED KLONSKY fredklonsky.substack.com/p/mahmoud-kh...
January 17, 2026 at 12:58 AM
Appeals Court Reverses Order to Release Khalil https://bit.ly/4jFaXEw
January 16, 2026 at 10:30 PM
"Mahmoud Khalil is free and must remain free." FRED KLONSKY fredklonsky.substack.com/p/mahmoud-kh...
January 16, 2026 at 8:28 PM
Mahmoud Khalil must remain free! Defend our immigrant communities, students, and political speech! ✊🏼✊🏽✊🏾✊🏿

https://gothamist.com/news/federal-appeals-court-rules-against-mahmoud-khalil-opening-the-door-to-his-deportation
Federal appeals court rules against Mahmoud Khalil, opening the door to his deportation
The Columbia grad student arrested for pro-Palestinian activism must now wait for a final removal order before challenging his case in federal court.
gothamist.com
January 16, 2026 at 6:02 PM
NYC Mayor Mamdani warns former Columbia University student Mahmoud Khalil is being “threatened with rearrest” as the crackdown on pro-Palestinian speech escalates. He called Khalil’s arrest last year “a chilling act of political repression” and “an attack on all of our constitutional rights.”...
January 16, 2026 at 5:46 PM
"Mahmoud Khalil is free and must remain free." FRED KLONSKY fredklonsky.substack.com/p/mahmoud-kh...
January 16, 2026 at 5:09 PM
“NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani: ‘Last year’s arrest of Mahmoud Khalil was more than just a chilling act of political repression, it was an attack on all of our constitutional rights. Now . . . Mahmoud is being threatened with rearrest. Mahmoud is free — and must remain free’.”
Palestinian Activist Mahmoud Khalil Speaks Out as New Ruling Could Lead to His Rearrest, Deportation
A federal appeals court on Thursday delivered the Trump administration a victory in its efforts to deport Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil, opening the door for his rearrest. Khalil was a graduate ...
www.democracynow.org
January 16, 2026 at 4:42 PM
Appeals court REVERSED decision to free Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil, moving government closer to deportation. Lower court lacked jurisdiction. Case stems from 2025 arrest. #Immigration #News
Mahmoud Khalil: Appeals court reverses decision that freed Palestinian activist
Appeals court REVERSED decision to free Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil, moving government close...
www.cnn.com
January 16, 2026 at 2:48 AM
Last year's arrest of Mahmoud Khalil was more than just a chilling act of political repression, it was an attack on all of our constitutional rights. Now, as the crackdown on pro-Palestinian free speech continues, Mahmoud is being threatened with rearrest. Mahmoud is free—and must remain free.
January 15, 2026 at 10:24 PM
Mamdani Calls for Palestinian Activist Mahmoud Khalil to Remain Free After Court Reversal
Mamdani Calls for Palestinian Activist Mahmoud Khalil to Remain Free After Court Reversal
New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani called for Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil to remain free after a court reversed a ruling that previously released him. The post Mamdani Calls for Palestinian Activist Mahmoud Khalil to Remain Free After Court Reversal first appeared on Mediaite.
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January 15, 2026 at 9:06 PM
Mamdani Calls for Palestinian Activist Mahmoud Khalil to Remain Free After Court Reversal Mediaite
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Mamdani Calls for Palestinian Activist Mahmoud Khalil to Remain Free After Court Reversal
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January 15, 2026 at 9:05 PM