Federal Judge Challenges Trump's Treatment of Non-Citizen Activists

A federal judge labeled President Trump as 'authoritarian' while defending academic freedom against the administration’s actions on pro-Palestinian activists. Judge William Young intends to issue an order protecting non-citizen academics from immigration status changes by the administration, citing First Amendment violations.

A federal judge in Boston has condemned President Donald Trump's actions, describing him as 'authoritarian' in relation to a case concerning non-citizen, pro-Palestinian activists on campuses.

Judge William Young is set to issue an order preventing changes to the immigration status of these academics, asserting such changes would retaliate for their legal participation. He emphasized the violation of the First Amendment by Trump's administration.

The White House dismissed Young's remarks as left-wing activism. This case highlights tensions between the executive branch and academia, as appeals continue in related cases.

(With inputs from agencies.)