Wisconsin Palestinian community leader can be deported, immigration judge rules

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A US immigration judge ruled on Wednesday that Salah Sarsour, a Palestinian community leader in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, can be deported on national security grounds, a decision his lawyer stated will be appealed. Sarsour was arrested in March, with his legal team asserting the action stems from his advocacy for Palestinian rights, while the government cited his alleged threat to national security.

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A US immigration judge ruled on Wednesday that Salah Sarsour, a Muslim and Palestinian community leader in his hometown of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, can be deported per the wishes of the Trump administration. In a press briefing following the decision, his lawyer, Patrick Taurel, confirmed that he will appeal.

Wisconsin Palestinian community leader can be deported, immigration judge rules

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