A Green Card Is Not a Green Light for Hatred: Why Mahmoud Kalil Should Be Deported

The United States is a land of opportunity, but it must never become a refuge for those who use its freedoms to spread hatred and incite violence. Mahmoud Kalil, a legal permanent resident, has abused the privilege of living in this country by using his platform at Columbia University to promote anti-Semitic rhetoric and glorify terrorism. His actions directly undermine the values of democracy, tolerance, and public safety, and his continued presence in the U.S. is a threat to national security.

This is not a matter of political debate—it is a matter of law and common sense. Mahmoud Kalil must be deported, or America will risk following the dangerous path of Europe, where Islamic fundamentalists have taken over the streets, spreading fear, violence, and intolerance.

Mahmoud Kalil: A Threat to Public Safety and American Values

Over the past several months, Mahmoud Kalil has been at the center of a growing controversy at Columbia University, where he has been recorded making inflammatory statements that go far beyond political discourse. Instead of engaging in debate or peaceful advocacy, Kalil has used his platform to spread hatred against Jewish students, call for violent actions, and justify terrorism against the West.

Eyewitnesses and recordings have documented Kalil making statements that glorify attacks on Jewish communities, encourage resistance through violence, and openly advocate for the destruction of Western institutions. His rhetoric is not just offensive—it is dangerous. At a time when tensions are already high, voices like Kalil’s fuel real-world harm, leading to increased violence and division.

The Privilege of Permanent Residency

Holding a Green Card is not the same as citizenship. While it allows an individual to live and work in the U.S., it is not an unconditional right. The U.S. government has the authority to revoke permanent residency for several reasons, including engaging in criminal activity, committing fraud, or posing a national security threat.

Kalil’s actions should qualify him for deportation under these provisions. He is not merely expressing an unpopular opinion; he is actively inciting violence against a religious and ethnic group, violating laws against incitement and hate speech.

Inciting Violence: Where Free Speech Ends

The First Amendment protects free speech, but it does not protect calls for violence. The Supreme Court has made it clear that speech that incites imminent lawless action is not protected under the Constitution. Kalil’s rhetoric fits this definition. His words do not exist in a vacuum; they contribute to a hostile environment where violence becomes more likely.

We have seen this pattern before—radical voices using universities and social media to recruit followers, normalize extremist ideologies, and push for actions that lead to real-world harm. Allowing Kalil to remain in the U.S. sends the message that such behavior has no consequences.

Trump and Rubio: Defending American Values

President Donald Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio have made it clear that they will not allow the United States to harbor individuals who support terrorism or incite violence.

• President Trump praised immigration authorities for taking action against Kalil, stating, "This is the first of many. We will not allow radical extremists to use our institutions to spread hatred and incite violence. If you support terrorism, you don’t belong in this country." 

• Marco Rubio reinforced this stance by announcing that the government will "revoke the visas and Green Cards of those who promote Hamas and terrorism in our country. Supporting a terrorist organization is not free speech—it is an act of war against our values." 

  
  

These statements send a strong and necessary message: America will not tolerate those who seek to destroy its foundations from within. The decisive actions taken against Kalil are a step in the right direction.

Why Deportation Is the Right Response

1. He Poses a Direct Threat to Public Safety. Kalil’s words encourage violence against Jews and the Western world. This is not theoretical—history has shown that radical rhetoric leads to real-world consequences. If someone is actively encouraging violence, the government has a responsibility to intervene before that rhetoric translates into action.

   
   

2. The U.S. Has Legal Precedent for Deporting Individuals Who Promote Hate and Violence. Immigration law already allows for the removal of individuals who commit crimes, engage in terrorism, or pose a threat to national security. Kalil’s incitement of violence and hate speech fall into this category. There have been multiple cases where individuals with Green Cards were deported for supporting terrorist organizations or engaging in extremist activities. Kalil’s case should be no different.

   
   

3. Allowing Him to Stay Undermines American Values. America stands for freedom, democracy, and tolerance. Those who come to the U.S. seeking opportunity must respect these values. Kalil has made it clear through his words and actions that he holds contempt for these ideals, advocating instead for the destruction of Western institutions and the persecution of Jewish communities. If he does not respect the principles that allow him to live here, he should not be allowed to stay.

   
   

4. If We Do Not Act Now, America Will Become Europe. Europe has already made the grave mistake of allowing radical Islamic extremists to take control of its streets. Cities across the continent have seen waves of violence, intimidation, and no-go zones where fundamentalist ideologies thrive. Anti-Semitic attacks have skyrocketed, and authorities often fail to act out of fear of being called politically incorrect.

   If we allow figures like Kalil to remain in America, we risk importing the same chaos, intolerance, and extremism that have taken root in European cities. We must learn from Europe's mistakes. The U.S. must act now to ensure radical fundamentalism does not find a foothold here.

   
   

A Dangerous Precedent If No Action Is Taken

If Mahmoud Kalil is allowed to stay in the U.S. despite his incitement of hatred and violence, it sets a dangerous precedent. It tells others who share his views that they, too, can abuse their residency status to spread extremist ideologies without facing consequences.

Columbia University, and other academic institutions, should not be places where anti-Semitism and violent rhetoric are tolerated. The university has a responsibility to ensure that its campus remains a safe environment for all students, and allowing Kalil to continue spreading hate undermines that mission.

A Call for Action

The U.S. government must take action to deport Mahmoud Kalil before his rhetoric escalates into something even more dangerous. His Green Card does not give him immunity from the consequences of his actions. It is time for immigration authorities to review his case and take the necessary steps to remove him from the country.

At its core, this issue is not about suppressing free speech—it is about protecting American citizens and residents from those who wish to do them harm. A Green Card is not a free pass to incite violence, and those who abuse their residency in this way should be held accountable.

The time to act is now. Mahmoud Kalil has made his stance clear. Now, the U.S. must make its stance clear as well: We will not become Europe. We will not allow Islamic extremists to take over our streets. America will remain a beacon of freedom—not a breeding ground for hatred and violence.