Pastor supports new immigration raids in churches under Trump administration policy

A pastor supporting the incoming Trump administration's immigration policy change has stated that ICE will focus on serious criminals, potentially allowing arrests in churches. This marks a shift from the previous policy that restricted such actions in sensitive locations. The previous policy, in place since 2011, required ICE agents to obtain approval before making arrests in churches, schools, and hospitals. The new approach aims to prioritize public safety by targeting individuals involved in serious crimes. Faith leaders have expressed concerns about the implications of these changes, fearing they may lead to increased enforcement in places that provide support to migrants. Other proposed immigration policy changes have also raised alarms within religious communities.