US court orders release of pro-Palestine activist, cites ‘irreparable damage’ to his career, reputation

US court orders release of pro-Palestine activist, cites ‘irreparable damage’ to his career, reputation

A US judge has blocked the Trump administration from detaining a former Columbia University student over his role in pro-Palestinian protests, calling it a violation of free speech rights. The decision deals a setback to efforts aimed at deporting foreign students involved in such demonstrations.

US judge allows deportation of pro-Palestinian student protester Mahmoud Khalil. Image: Reuters