Trump Admin Accused of Suppressing Pro-Palestinian Speech
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A federal trial began Monday addressing a lawsuit against the Trump administration for allegedly targeting and deporting pro-Palestinian activists. Plaintiffs, including university associations, argue the policy violates the First Amendment and the Administrative Procedure Act, citing chilling effects on free speech among students and faculty. The Trump administration denies the existence of such a policy, while plaintiffs contend evidence will demonstrate its implementation through various means, including visa revocations and targeting individuals via social media surveillance. The case centers on several high-profile arrests, including that of Mahmoud Khalil and Rumeysa Ozturk.
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