Judge Says Government Must Release Columbia Protester Mahmoud Khalil, but Has Until Friday To Appeal

Khalil’s lawyers challenged the legality of his detention, accusing the Trump administration of trying to suppress free speech.

Trump Deploys California National Guard to LA to Quell Protests Despite the Governor’s Objections

Tensions were high after a series of sweeps by immigration authorities the previous day, including in LA’s fashion district and at a Home Depot.

Harvard Files Legal Challenge Over Trump’s Ban on Foreign Students. Overseas, Admitted Students Wait

Harvard challenged President Trump’s latest move to bar foreign students from entering the U.S. to attend the college, calling it illegal retaliation for Harvard’s rejection of White House demands.

Ex-Homeland Security Official Fights Back Against Trump’s ‘Unprecedented’ Investigation

He alleges that Trump's memo violates his First Amendment rights by going after him for his criticism of the president, calling it “political retribution and vindictive prosecution.”

Federal Judge Extends Order Blocking Trump Administration Ban on Foreign Students at Harvard

Harvard sued the Department of Homeland Security on Friday after Secretary Kristi Noem revoked its ability to host foreign students at its campus.

Colleges Say Trump Admin Is Using New Tactics To Expel International Students

Some students have been targeted over pro-Palestinian activism or criminal infractions. Others have been left wondering how they ran afoul of the government.

US Immigration Officials Look To Expand Social Media Data Collection

The notice raised alarms from immigration and free speech advocates because it appears to expand the government’s reach in social media surveillance to people already vetted and in the U.S. legally.

The Justice Department Is Investigating Whether Columbia University Hid Students Sought by the US

Columbia University’s campus has been in crisis since the arrest Saturday of Mahmoud Khalil, a Palestinian activist.