Judge Rules Against Deportation for Free Speech | New York City News

A California federal judge has struck down U.S. deportation policies targeting noncitizens who criticize Israel’s war in Gaza or support Palestinians, calling it a violation of the First and Fifth Amendments. The ruling is a major victory for The Stanford Daily, ensuring international students can speak freely without fear of deportation. Judge Noël Wise warned this kind of government retaliation could spiral into suppressing all dissenting speech, undermining American democracy. She emphasized that even if you disagree with someone’s views, you must still defend their right to express them. The Justice Department hasn’t responded yet, but Stanford’s editor-in-chief hailed the decision as a win for press freedom — reminding everyone that free speech protects those who challenge the powerful, not just those who agree with the government. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/06581ce512048f02