ICE Raids Near Churches Spark Concerns Over Sanctuary Status and Enforcement Tactics
ICE Raids Near Churches Spark Concerns Over Sanctuary Status and Enforcement Tactics Recent ICE arrests near churches in Los Angeles have raised serious concerns among Arizona congregations about the erosion of sanctuary protections. While no Arizona churches have been directly targeted yet, the incidents highlight a shift in DHS policy under the current administration. Previously, ICE avoided arrests in “protected areas” like churches. However, this policy has been effectively reversed, leading to increased anxiety among immigrant communities and their religious…