Tufts University Student Rumeysa Öztürk Released from Immigration Detention
Rumeysa Öztürk, a Turkish student at Tufts University, has returned to Massachusetts after being detained for six weeks by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in Louisiana. A federal judge ordered her release on bail, highlighting allegations of mistreatment during her detention. Her case gained significant attention due to her arrest being linked to an op-ed she wrote, raising concerns about free speech rights. Upon her return, Öztürk expressed gratitude to her supporters, while various officials warned that her situation could affect anyone facing similar circumstances.
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