Activist denied entry by ICE amid family birth crisis

April 22, 2025, 12:21 pm

Mahmoud Khalil’s attempt to be present for his child’s birth was thwarted when ICE denied his temporary release, leaving his wife to endure the hardship alone. The decision has fueled renewed debates over immigration policy and its human toll on activists and their families.


globalnews.ca / ICE denied Mahmoud Khalil from attending the birth of his son, wife says

Khalil's wife, Noor Abdalla, said the ruling was “a purposeful decision by ICE to make me, Mahmoud, and our son suffer."

cp24.com/ / Mahmoud Khalil’s wife gives birth after ICE denies Columbia activist’s plea for temporary release - CP24

Mahmoud Khalil’s wife gives birth after ICE denies Columbia activist’s plea for temporary release  CP24


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