The rationale, according to the Department of Homeland Security was that Ozturk “engaged in activities in support of Hamas, a foreign terrorist organization that relishes the killing of Americans,” PBS reported. The New Republic reported that Secretary of State Marco Rubio said in a press conference that his State Department had “revoked 300 student visas - most or all for criticizing Israel or protesting the war in Gaza.” For extra anti-Americanism, Rubio also said, “we’re looking every day for these lunatics that are tearing things up.” I noticed he didn’t seem to mention any laws having been broken. The New Republic notes that the letter demands “answers about this case and about ICE’s policy that has led to the identification and arrest of university students with valid legal status.” It also provides horrific details of Ozturk’s arrest and disappearance.
Author: NewsHound Ellen
Published at: 2025-03-29 20:18:06
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