On March 8, Department of Homeland Security agents abducted Mahmoud Khalil, a U.S. permanent resident and student activist for Palestinian rights, from his New York apartment. Mahmoud was targeted for his political speech and activism in support of Palestinian freedom and for an end to Israel’s violence against Palestinians in Gaza. 

The Trump administration is attempting to carry out deportations like Mahmoud’s in the name of fighting antisemitism. The truth is that this has nothing to do with Jewish safety – and everything to do with crushing dissent by any means, including by violating our constitutional rights.

The detention of Mahmoud Khalil by the Trump regime is further proof that we are on the brink of a full takeover by a repressive, authoritarian regime. This is what fascists do as they cement control. This is the time where all people of conscience must take bold action to resist state violence and repression.   

Anyone who wants to live in a free and fair society should call this out for what it is — fascism! It is imperative that we keep up the pressure and demand that Mahmoud be freed immediately and reunited with his family. 

We know where this leads, and we will not comply. 

Take action now to demand Mahmoud’s release.

• Write Congress
• Call your elected officials 
• Sign a petition demanding Mahmoud's freedom
• Join Jewish calls for Mahmoud's release

There are a number of falsehoods and hot takes being shared on social media and in our social circles this week about Mahmoud Khalil. Please take time to read a bit about Mahmoud if you are not familiar with his story: 

• CNN: Who is Mahmoud Khalil? 
• Associated Press: What to know about Mahmoud Khalil
• New York Magazine: What we know about the arrest of Mahmoud Khalil