Mohsen Mahdawi, a Columbia University student and Palestinian rights activist, was detained by ICE prior to his citizenship interview, sparking public outcry. Arrested on April 14, he was held at Northwest State Correctional Facility in Vermont. After significant support and campaigning for his release, a judge ordered him freed. Upon his release, Mahdawi addressed supporters, including an explicit message to President Trump, declaring his fearlessness. This incident raised concerns about foreign policy implications of his potential deportation as stated by Secretary of State Marco Rubio.
Following the news, he was greeted outside the courtroom by dozens of supporters. BREAKING: MOHSEN MAHDAWI IS FREE! Mahdawi, a student leader from the pro-Palestine movement Columbia University who was detained by ICE, has officially be released! In the 2 weeks since his unjust arrest, people across the country and world have waged a committed campaign.
I am saying it clear and loud, Mahdawi said. To President Trump and his cabinet: I am not afraid of you.
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