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Students sue Florida International University over protest restrictions following ICE agreement
An organization formed by students has filed a federal lawsuit against Florida International University, alleging the school restricted protests following the university's adoption of a 287(g) agreement with federal immigration authorities. The legal action follows a March 13 incident where students protested during a public event featuring university leadership and a guest speaker.
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The lawsuit challenges the university's authority to regulate student speech and protest activities in the context of its formal partnership with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
Key Facts
- Students have filed a federal lawsuit against Florida International University.
- The lawsuit challenges university actions taken after the school signed a 287(g) agreement with ICE.
- The legal dispute arises from a protest that took place on March 13.
- The protest occurred during a public event featuring FIU President Jeanette Nuñez and Alex Rodriguez.
Who's Mentioned
organizationFlorida International University“The university being sued by students over its protest policy and ICE agreement.”personAndrew Caro“One of the seven students charged by the university.”organizationACLU of Florida“Legal representative for the students.”personJeanette Nuñez“FIU President present at the event where the protest occurred.”personAlexander Casas“FIU Police Department Chief who explained the rationale for the 287(g) agreement”organizationCommunity Justice Project“Legal representative for the students.”organizationICE“Federal agency with which the university signed a 287(g) agreement.”personAlex Rodriguez“Retired baseball player present at the event.”other287(g)“A federal agreement allowing local law enforcement to perform certain immigratio”