From Eric Lee, attorney for Momodou Taal

📍 Cornell University, Ithaca NY

Hello all:

Today, just days after Momodou sued Donald Trump, plain clothed agents from an unidentified law enforcement agency made what we believe to be an attempt to detain and deport Momodou. We filed for emergency relief with the federal judge assigned to our case demanding she order the government to cease its attempt to deport Momodou. This is a flagrant attack on his right to seek redress from the government through the courts. This is part of an unprecedented breakdown of separation of powers unfolding before our eyes. We will update you when we hear from the court.

The government is testing the response of the campus community. Peaceful protests tomorrow would be entirely appropriate if you think they could be organized. Otherwise the federal agents will be back and they'll continue to threaten Momodou. At this point even an order from the district court may not even stop them. Thank you for all of your support.