Straight White American Jesus ICE is Raiding Churches. What's Next?
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Jan 27, 2025 Andrew Seidel, a constitutional lawyer and activist, joins the discussion on the alarming increase in ICE raids at sensitive locations like churches. He emphasizes the historical importance of the sanctuary movement, which provided refuge to undocumented immigrants, and how current political climates endanger these protections. The conversation also critiques the political rhetoric surrounding immigration and the emotional toll on communities. Seidel highlights the moral dilemmas faith groups face as they resist deportation and advocate for a fairer immigration policy.
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ICE at Church
- ICE agents showed up at an Atlanta church, requesting access to an individual.
- The pastor denied access, and ICE waited outside until the person left to arrest them.
Revoked Sanctuary
- The Trump administration revoked the "sensitive locations" policy, permitting ICE access to churches, schools, and hospitals.
- Churches have historically been considered sanctuaries where immigration officials wouldn't enter.
History of Sanctuary
- Churches provided sanctuary to Central American refugees, housing them to prevent deportation.
- This sanctuary movement started in the 1980s and continues to the present day.