An open letter to the U.S. Congress

Due process for Ozturk

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The detention of Rumeysa Ozturk, a Turkish doctoral student at Tufts University, by federal agents is deeply concerning. Video evidence shows her being handcuffed and her phone seized without explanation. As a student visa holder, she should be afforded due process and the government must provide justification for such aggressive action. Engaging in protected speech critical of foreign policies should not be grounds for detention or deportation. I urge you to intervene and ensure Ozturk's constitutional rights are upheld while her legal status is properly reviewed through appropriate channels. Detaining foreign students without cause sets a troubling precedent that undermines academic freedom and America's democratic values.

▶ Created on March 27, 2025 by Christina

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