An open letter to the President & U.S. Congress

Protect free speech rights and stop student deportations.

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The actions taken by US immigration officials in arresting and detaining pro-Palestinian students like Rumeysa Ozturk and Mahmoud Khalil are deeply concerning. Revoking visas and pursuing deportation for exercising free speech rights on campus is a severe overreach of government power. This crackdown undermines fundamental democratic principles and academic freedom. Threatening universities with funding cuts for failing to suppress constitutionally protected speech is unacceptable in a free society. The allegations of antisemitism appear to be politically motivated attempts to silence criticism of Israeli policies. I urge you to condemn these actions, which evoke tactics seen in authoritarian regimes rather than a nation built on civil liberties. Robust debate on complex issues should be encouraged, not shut down through intimidation and retaliatory measures against students lawfully residing in the country. I request that you take immediate steps to ensure the rights of these students are protected and they are released from unjust detention.

▶ Created on March 27, 2025 by Emily

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