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US Federal Agents Arrest Palestinian Activist at Columbia University

  • #Colleges & universities
  • #Israel
  • #Palestine
  • #United States of America
US Federal Agents Arrest Palestinian Activist at Columbia University
story
MAR 10
Above: Columbia University student Mahmoud Khalil talks to the press at Columbia University's Morningside Heights campus on Friday evening, in New York City on June 1, 2024. Image copyright: Selcuk Acar/Contributor/Anadolu via Getty Images
story last updated MAR 10

The Spin

Right narrative

This is a necessary step in combating campus antisemitism and protecting national security interests. Khalil's activities went beyond protected speech and demonstrated support for designated terrorist organizations, justifying swift enforcement action to maintain order on college campuses.

New York Post

Left narrative

This detention is a clear violation of First Amendment rights and an abuse of immigration law to suppress political dissent. Khalil's arrest appears to be retaliatory against peaceful protest activities and sets a dangerous precedent for silencing criticism of Israel — and potentially criticism of the Trump administration.

Washington Post

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Political split

LEFT

RIGHT

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New York PostMAR 14
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