Mahmoud Khalil, a Palestinian activist and former Columbia University student, has become a focal point of national controversy after repeatedly refusing to explicitly condemn Hamas during high-profile interviews and meetings with U.S. lawmakers. Recently released from ICE detention, Khalil visited Capitol Hill to advocate for Palestinian rights and criticize U.S. support for Israel, drawing both support from progressive Democrats and sharp criticism from conservatives and media outlets. His refusal to denounce Hamas has led to accusations of extremism and antisemitism from political opponents, while supporters frame his detention and treatment as an attack on free speech and civil rights. Khalil has also filed a $20 million lawsuit against the Trump administration over his detention. The ongoing debate highlights deep divisions in U.S. politics over the Israel-Palestine conflict and the boundaries of protest and political expression.
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