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Judge Upholds Trump's Immigration Policy in Places of Worship

4/11/2025

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A federal judge has backed the Trump administration's controversial policy permitting immigration enforcement in houses of worship, rejecting arguments from more than two dozen religious organizations. Judge Dabney Friedrich found no proof of targeted actions against these groups, creating a stark contrast with a prior ruling in Maryland that supported their stance. This decision underscores the ongoing legal battles surrounding immigration practices in the U.S.

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A federal judge has backed the Trump administration's controversial policy permitting immigration enforcement in houses of worship, rejecting arguments from more than two dozen religious organizations. Judge Dabney Friedrich found no proof of targeted actions against these groups, creating a stark contrast with a prior ruling in Maryland that supported their stance. This decision underscores the ongoing legal battles surrounding immigration practices in the U.S.