British journalist and media commentator Sami Hamdi, known for his vocal criticism of Israel, was detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) over the weekend. Hamdi, who was on a speaking tour in the U.S., had his visa revoked and is currently in ICE custody pending removal from the country. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the State Department allege that Hamdi supports terrorism and poses a threat to national security. However, the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) contends that Hamdi is being politically targeted for his views, violating his free speech rights. CAIR has called for his immediate release, stating that his detention is unjust and influenced by anti-Muslim sentiment. Hamdi’s arrest follows accusations from far-right activist Laura Loomer, who claimed he supports terrorist organizations. This incident is part of a broader pattern of visa revocations targeting critics of Israel’s actions in Gaza, including the recent case of pro-Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil.