International students and faculty in the United States are feeling a sense of fear and apprehension following the growing crackdown on pro-Palestinian protesters at Columbia University. The Trump administration has been targeting foreigners who participated in these demonstrations, resulting in arrests, visa revocations, and searches of on-campus residences. The Graduate School of Journalism at Columbia has reported a chilling effect on its foreign students, with many feeling afraid to attend classes and events. This crackdown has led to a silencing of voices and a significant impact on the vibrancy of higher education.