Detained Student's Release Highlights Immigration Debate

A Tufts University student, Rumeysa Ozturk, spent weeks in an ICE detention facility in Louisiana before a judge ordered her release. Ms. Ozturk's case highlights the ongoing debate surrounding immigration policies in the US. In a press conference upon her return to Massachusetts, she expressed gratitude for the support she received during her detention. "This has been a very difficult time for me, for my community, for my community at Tufts, in Turkey," she said, her voice thick with emotion. However, she also emphasized the positive impact of the support she received, stating, "I am so grateful for all the support, kindness and care." Her story underscores the human cost of immigration policies and the importance of community solidarity.