Joseph Howley

Joseph Howley is an associate professor at Columbia University who has been vocal in defending the rights of students and academics targeted by immigration enforcement actions. He recently spoke out in support of Mahmoud Khalil, a Columbia graduate and pro-Palestinian activist detained by immigration officers, drawing parallels to historical instances of persecution in the name of national security. Howley articulates concerns over the chilling effects of such actions on academic freedom and free speech within universities.