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American Focus > Blog > Education > Opinion | Don’t Fool Yourself Into Thinking It Will Stop With Mahmoud Khalil
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Opinion | Don’t Fool Yourself Into Thinking It Will Stop With Mahmoud Khalil

Last updated: March 16, 2025 12:56 am
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Columbia University has found itself at the center of a heated culture war in America, with the Trump administration targeting a former student, Mahmoud Khalil, as well as the university itself. Khalil, a former graduate student in international affairs, was recently detained by federal immigration officials, despite being a lawful permanent resident of the United States. The government’s actions in this case have raised concerns about the erosion of due process and free speech rights.

The incident involving Khalil is just one example of the political turmoil that has long simmered at Columbia University. In the past, the campus has been a battleground for various ideological clashes, including tensions between pro-Palestinian and pro-Israeli groups. The aftermath of the Hamas terror attacks in 2023 further exacerbated these tensions, leading to protests, occupations of campus buildings, and allegations of discrimination and harassment against Jewish and Israeli students.

The Trump administration’s decision to target Khalil for his involvement in pro-Palestinian activities raises serious concerns about the chilling effect on free speech. While the government has cited concerns about potential foreign policy consequences as the basis for Khalil’s detention, many see it as an attack on his expression and activism. The administration’s move to cancel federal contracts and grants to Columbia, as well as its demands for changes in the university’s governance, admissions processes, and academic programs, have further escalated the situation.

The broader implications of these actions extend beyond Columbia University, signaling a troubling trend of political repression and censorship. The administration’s crackdown on dissent and its disregard for due process rights have sparked fears of a return to McCarthyism-era tactics. The erosion of constitutional rights, particularly the protection of free speech, poses a grave threat to American liberty and the principles on which the nation was founded.

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As the situation unfolds, it remains to be seen how universities, including Columbia, will navigate the delicate balance between protecting students from discrimination and harassment while upholding the principles of free speech and academic freedom. The outcome of this conflict will have far-reaching implications for the future of higher education and the preservation of constitutional rights in America.

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