Federal judges are laying into the Trump administration, saying its policies on immigration enforcement around churches contradict its own stance on religious freedom. Just last month, the administration condemned anti-ICE protestors for disrupting a church service, stating that interfering with the “right to pray in peace” would have serious consequences. They even prosecuted Don Lemon, a reporter, claiming he had a part in it.
Now, ironically, the very government pledging to protect worship and prevent intimidation is facing accusations of violating those rights on a massive scale. Politico reported that the administration has actually rolled back three-decade-old restrictions on ICE operations at or near churches. They’ve even barred clergy members from offering “pastoral care” to people held in temporary detention facilities.
