Student released from immigration detention after meeting with Trump aide

February 27, 2026 • Google News World

A Columbia University student has been released from Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) custody after a meeting with Dr. Rashid Khalidi, a professor at the university’s Middle East Institute.

According to reports, the student was detained by federal agents using false pretenses. The university has confirmed that the student was held without proper authorization.

The student met with Dr. Khalidi, who is also a member of the university’s faculty, as part of an academic program. During the meeting, it was reported that the student was released from ICE custody.

Columbia University has issued a statement confirming that federal agents used false pretenses to detain the student. The university has not provided further details on the incident.

The student’s identity and circumstances surrounding their detention have not been made public.

In related news, Columbia University has released additional information regarding the incident.

Source: Google News World