Last Friday, the U.S. District Court in Newark became a focal point of tension and uncertainty as protesters gathered outside while the courtroom filled up. At the center was Mahmoud Khalil, a permanent resident detained by federal agents weeks earlier, sparking public outcry. Remarkably, Khalil had not been charged with any crime; his detention was based on vague allegations by Secretary of State Marco Rubio, framing him as a potential security threat. This situation exemplifies the unprecedented abnormality now present in American courts.
The courtroom was nearly full as protesters chanted outside, while the cause of the chaos—Mahmoud Khalil—was absent, detained without charge under dubious security claims.
This moment highlights the unusual nature of current American court proceedings, with overwhelming crowds and unresolved legal justifications for detaining individuals.
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