By Wonderwall.com Editors
1:49am PDT, Mar 14, 2025
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Protestors gathered outside Thurgood Marshall United States Courthouse in New York City on March 12, 2025, for the "Free Mahmoud Khalil" rally protesting ICE's move to arrest the
Columbia University activist, who is now facing deportation. Khalil — a green card holder and legal permanent resident of the United States — drew heat from President Donald Trump and his administration when he helped organize Columbia University student protests against the war in Gaza. The arrest has raised concerns about First Amendment rights and the repercussions for speaking out against the Trump administration.
The group got creative with their signage at the gathering. Keep reading to see some of the wildest posters…
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A protestor holds a sign reading, "In 1934, it became illegal to criticize the Nazi government."
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A protestor holds a sign reading, "Trump is a danger to us all."
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A protestor holds a sign reading, "The whole world is watching."
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A protestor holds a sign reading, "Release Mahmoud Khalil now."
