Student arrested by ICE in university building is released

February 26, 2026 • Google News World

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

According to reports, the student was taken into custody allegedly after ICE agents posed as police officers. The incident occurred at Columbia University in New York City.

The student’s detention drew attention from local officials, including New York Mayor Eric Adams and U.S. President Donald Trump. In a statement, Trump said that the student would be released.

Reports also indicate that discussions between the mayor and Trump led to the student’s release.

Details of the incident are as follows: The student was detained by ICE agents in a university building. The student has since been released.

The incident highlights concerns about immigration enforcement on college campuses.

Source: Google News World