​​Khalil’s arrest and possible deportation aren’t just about one man with an opinion the government doesn’t like; they’re about the bigger question of whether the First Amendment is truly for everyone or just for those who pass the political vibe check. If free speech really is the bedrock of democracy, why is a lawful permanent resident being shown the door for actually using it?
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