Mahmoud Khalil & United States — United States Department of Homeland Security

Mahmoud Khalil: Mahmoud Khalil, a Palestinian activist and former Columbia University graduate student, was released from federal immigration detention after 104 days following a judge's ruling. He was targeted by the Trump administration for his role in anti-Israel protests.

United States — United States Department of Homeland Security: The United States — United States Department of Homeland Security (DHS) was the government agency that detained Mahmoud Khalil and is appealing Judge Michael Farbiarz's decision to release him.

Mahmoud Khalil: Mahmoud Khalil is the Columbia University activist facing deportation by the United States government for his beliefs and activities related to pro-Palestinian demonstrations.

United States — United States Department of Homeland Security: The United States — United States Department of Homeland Security is involved in the arrest and attempted deportation of Mahmoud Khalil, initially accusing him of activities aligned with Hamas, though no evidence has been produced.

Mahmoud Khalil: Mahmoud Khalil is the central figure in this event, filing a $20 million claim against the Trump administration for alleged false imprisonment and malicious prosecution.

Mahmoud Khalil: Mahmoud Khalil, a Columbia University activist, was detained in a high-profile case, with the Trump administration arguing for his deportation due to alleged involvement in pro-Palestinian activism.

Mahmoud Khalil: Mahmoud Khalil is a former Columbia University activist whose case is likened to Salah Sarsour's, as he also faces deportation due to federal government claims of being a foreign policy threat.