1. United States
2. Ind.
3. Letter

As a champion of free speech and critic of U.S. policies in the Middle East, Mahmoud Khalil's arrest by ICE and potential deportation are deeply concerning. Despite having legal permanent resident status, he faces expulsion under the pretext of alleged ties to Hamas, a designated terrorist organization. However, no evidence has been provided to substantiate these claims. Khalil was a prominent student activist at Columbia University, peacefully organizing protests against the war in Gaza. His actions appear to be protected by the First Amendment's guarantee of free speech. Deporting him for voicing dissent against U.S. foreign policy would undermine fundamental civil liberties. I urge you to intervene in this case and ensure Khalil receives full due process protections as a green card holder. Forcibly removing him from the country he calls home would send a chilling message about the boundaries of acceptable speech in America. A fair judicial review is imperative to uphold constitutional rights and democratic values. Failing to do so jeopardizes the freedoms we hold dear as a nation.