Maryland professor Berhanu Kibret awaits bond ruling

Maryland professor Berhanu Kibret awaits bond ruling

Kibret's attorneys argue that his arrest and detention were unlawful, claiming he has valid work authorization and applied for relief before his J-1 visa expired.

Sen. Chris Van Hollen Has a New 'Maryland Man' in Teacher of the Year Recipient

Sen. Van Hollen urges release of Maryland professor detained by ICE despite visa issues.

‘ICE Is Doing Their Job’: Maryland Sen. Chris Van Hollen’s Plea to Release Overstaying Professor Kibret Draws Wave of Criticism

Maryland Sen. Chris Van Hollen posted on X that University of Maryland Professor Kibret was detained by ICE at a Texas airport after receiving a Teacher of the Year award at a conference and remains in custody three weeks later, urging his release. The post has drawn widespread online attention, with users responding in large numbers to the senator’s description of the detention and call for action. After winning the Teacher of the Year award a…