A federal immigration judge in Louisiana has ordered the government to present evidence justifying the attempted deportation of Columbia University student activist, Mahmoud Khalil, a permanent U.S. resident. The judge gave the government 24 hours to provide evidence against Khalil, who was arrested in March in New York City and is currently detained in Louisiana. The Trump administration has cited a provision allowing deportation if a person poses serious adverse foreign policy consequences. The government claims Khalil withheld information on his residency application and engaged in activities aligning with Hamas. Khalil denies supporting any terrorist organization and faces no criminal charges. The judge has scheduled a hearing for Friday to decide on Khalil’s removal or release. Khalil’s legal team criticizes the rushed process, saying it denies due process and threatens his rights. Khalil’s wife, a U.S. citizen, is expecting their first child this month and expressed concern about his potential absence. The case has drawn attention to concerns about the government’s handling of immigration cases and selective enforcement of policies. The judge’s ruling on Friday will determine Khalil’s fate in the United States.
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