Rights groups, Milwaukee leaders slam ICE’s arrest of Palestinian advocate
Summary
Ten Muslim civil rights groups criticized the arrest of Palestinian American Salah Sarsour by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents in Wisconsin. Sarsour, a permanent U.S. resident, has been in detention since his arrest on March 30, raising concerns about targeting activists based on their political views.Key Facts
- Salah Sarsour was arrested by ICE agents on March 30 in Wisconsin.
- He is a Palestinian American and has been a lawful permanent resident in the U.S. for 32 years.
- Sarsour's family consists of U.S. citizens, and he is held in immigration detention.
- Ten Muslim civil rights organizations condemned the arrest, suggesting it was based on Sarsour's background and activism.
- These groups claim the U.S. justice system is being used to target pro-Palestinian activists.
- An online campaign for Sarsour's legal defense has raised over $35,500.
- President Trump’s administration has implemented strict measures against pro-Palestinian activists, including stripping federal funds from universities with protests.
- Local officials in Wisconsin, including alderpersons and a state senator, criticized the arrest as a violation of free speech rights.
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