Columbia student arrested by ICE in university building released

February 27, 2026 • Google News World

A Columbia University student was arrested by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in a university building. The student has since been released.

According to reports, the incident occurred at Columbia University in New York City. ICE agents entered the residential building where the student was staying and detained them without prior notice or consent from university authorities.

The student’s detention sparked concerns among university officials and lawmakers. In response, the Mayor of New York City stated that President Trump had agreed to immediately release the student upon request from Columbia University.

Columbia University President confirmed that ICE agents lied about their presence when they entered the residential building to detain the student. The incident has raised questions about the actions of law enforcement agencies in university settings.

Lawmakers have also spoken out on the matter, with Representative Nadler and Senator Lasher releasing statements expressing concerns over the incident.

Source: Google News World