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Federal Appeals Court Upholds Ban on ICE Arrests at Some Houses of Worship
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· August 20, 2026
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Key takeaway Some groups took action after a memo was released by the Department of Homeland Security.
A policy change sparked concern among religious groups about the treatment of immigrant members. Certain locations were previously considered off-limits to immigration officials. Religious liberty was a key issue in this matter.
Some groups took action after a memo was released by the Department of Homeland Security. Further details about the situation and its outcome are available from the source, including a recent court decision regarding arrests at certain houses of worship.
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Category: missions Published: August 20, 2026 Source: Christianity Today Reading time: 1 min
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