Momodou Taal
Momodou Taal is a doctoral candidate in Africana Studies at Cornell University and a dual citizen of the United Kingdom and The Gambia. He has emerged as a prominent voice in pro-Palestinian protests, advocating for freedom of speech and expression in the context of ongoing tensions surrounding Israel and Palestine. Taal is currently facing the imminent threat of deportation due to his activism, which has drawn the attention of federal law enforcement. His legal battle highlights concerns over First Amendment rights and the chilling effects of government actions on dissenting voices in academic settings.
Born on Jan 01, 1992 (33 years old)
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United States:
Momodou Taal was among several people legally studying in the United States targeted for their pro-Palestinian activism.
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Ghana:
Momodou Taal participated in pro-Palestine protests and filed a lawsuit against two Trump executive orders.
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United Kingdom:
Momodou Taal, a dual citizen of Britain and Gambia, was suspended for his role in anti-Zionist protests.
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Venezuela:
Momodou Taal fled to Canada after his visa was revoked.
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United Kingdom:
At least two students who had their visas revoked have fled to Canada, including Momodou Taal.
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United States:
Momodou Taal, who had been told to turn himself in to immigration custody while his case was being heard in the courts.
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Pakistan:
Momodou Taal is mentioned as one of the high-profile arrests related to pro-Palestine views.
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United States:
Momodou Taal, a Cornell University international graduate student, dismissed his case against the Trump administration on Monday after he was threatened with deportation.
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India:
Momodou Taal is a Cornell University student who sued President Donald Trump and claimed he left the country after losing faith in the system.
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United Kingdom:
Momodou Taal, a doctoral candidate in Africana studies, has participated in pro-Palestinian protests and is leaving the US due to fear of detention.
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