Tufts University Student Detained by ICE Over Pro-Palestinian Op-Ed, Sparks Outrage
2025-03-26
USA TODAY
A Tufts University graduate student was detained by ICE agents in Somerville, Massachusetts, after publishing a pro-Palestinian opinion piece, sparking widespread outrage and protests. The incident has raised concerns about free speech and academic freedom, with demonstrators vowing to fight back against the detention. The student's detention has also highlighted the ongoing debate about immigration policies and their impact on international students in the US, with many calling for reform and an end to discriminatory practices, including advocates for Palestinian rights and social justice.