Sponsored link
Saturday, November 8, 2025

Sponsored link

News + PoliticsWatch: 2 Palestinian activists detained at SFO after Trump signs travel ban

Watch: 2 Palestinian activists detained at SFO after Trump signs travel ban

A humanitarian mission to speak at local synagogues and churches is derailed by "Muslim ban 2.0"

-

Two Palestinian activists were detained at SFO after Customs and Border Protection suddenly revoked their visas with no explanation. They had arrived for a humanitarian tour in the Bay Area, invited by local churches and synagogues to speak, thank supporters, and raise funds for their village in Masafer Yatta. Now they face deportation.

Their detention comes just days after Trump announced a new travel ban targeting several countries in the Middle East, Africa, and other regions—similar to his “Muslim ban” from 2017.

Supporters have been rallying at SFO, demanding their release.

48 Hills welcomes comments in the form of letters to the editor, which you can submit here. We also invite you to join the conversation on our FacebookTwitter, and Instagram

Sponsored link
Sponsored link

Featured

Win a pair of tickets to see Infinity Song, Cut Copy, Thundercat, Jesse McCartney

Go see a banging live show at one of SF's top venues, on us.

A communal nexus where young dancers could connect—and possibilities ignite

With 'Ignite' and 'Flux and Form,' artists are creating supportive spaces and showcases in the face of devastating cuts.

‘Data Trust’ envisions a technology of equity

At San José Institute of Contemporary Art, Stephanie Dinkins asks how (and whose) stories can be passed on digitally.

More by this author

Live Shots: Polo & Pan’s whimsical Frost Amphitheater takeover

Tropical-edged French house duo pulled pulled Palo Alto audience into dreamy space trips and unexpected rowdy blasts.

Live Shots: Compton, Oakland took the stage at Stern Grove Festival

Channel Tres and Astu lit up the free fest's 88th season.

WATCH: NEA grants are slashed, but Chinatown orgs and artists stay resilient

At Chinese Culture Center celebration, local leaders spoke out about protecting their communities and standing strong.
Sponsored link

You might also likeRELATED