Tufts University doctoral student Rümeysa Öztürk was released from a Louisiana detention center Friday, six weeks after masked federal agents took her into custody amid the Trump administration’s effort to deport noncitizens who have protested against the war in Gaza.

Thank you so much for being here,” Öztürk said. "I really appreciate you being here, and thanks so much for all the support and love.”

Rümeysa Öztürk said she has faith in the American justice system as she prepares for an upcoming immigration hearing. She is looking forward to resuming her studies.