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Church Leaders Rally Against Federal Immigration Crackdown

9/7/2025

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Rev. Marshall Hatch encouraged New Mount Pilgrim Missionary Baptist Church members to carry ID and stay connected amid federal intervention concerns.
Trump threatens immigration crackdowns, possibly deploying the National Guard in Chicago.
Local leaders and residents oppose federal intervention, viewing it as unnecessary and threatening.
The Department of Homeland Security plans operations at a military base and immigration processing center.
Churches are educating communities about rights and advocating for resources over military presence.

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Rev. Marshall Hatch encouraged New Mount Pilgrim Missionary Baptist Church members to carry ID and stay connected amid federal intervention concerns.
Trump threatens immigration crackdowns, possibly deploying the National Guard in Chicago.
Local leaders and residents oppose federal intervention, viewing it as unnecessary and threatening.
The Department of Homeland Security plans operations at a military base and immigration processing center.
Churches are educating communities about rights and advocating for resources over military presence.