Mahmoud Khalil’s attorneys to turn to US supreme court after ruling paves way for deportation
Mahmoud Khalil's attorneys are appealing to the US Supreme Court following a federal appeals court ruling that allows for his potential deportation. The ruling has been described as a significant setback for Khalil, who has been challenging the government's actions against him. His legal team argues that the decision poses a threat to the civil liberties of non-citizens facing similar situations.
- ▪Khalil's attorneys plan to ask the Supreme Court to intervene after a federal appeals court ruling.
- ▪The third circuit court upheld a ruling that opens the door for the government to detain and deport Khalil.
- ▪Khalil's case highlights concerns about the politicization of the immigration court system under the Trump administration.
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Mahmoud Khalil speaks at rally to welcome him home after being released from immigration custody, outside the Cathedral of St John the Divine in New York City, 22 June 2025. Photograph: Caitlin Ochs/ReutersView image in fullscreenMahmoud Khalil speaks at rally to welcome him home after being released from immigration custody, outside the Cathedral of St John the Divine in New York City, 22 June 2025. Photograph: Caitlin Ochs/ReutersMahmoud KhalilMahmoud Khalil’s attorneys to turn to US supreme court after ruling paves way for deportationMove comes after federal appeals court upholds ruling that opens door for government to detain and deport KhalilAlice SperiFri 22 May 2026 14.17 EDTLast modified on Fri 22 May 2026 14.25 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleAttorneys for Mahmoud Khalil,…
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