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Kenyan Priest Detained by ICE, Diocese Seeks Support

11/5/2025

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Episcopal Diocese of Texas reports a Kenyan priest employed by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice was detained by ICE while returning home.
Bishop C. Andrew Doyle of the Episcopal Diocese of Texas says the priest's immigration status is documented.
The diocese provides support to the priest's family.
The diocese seeks assistance from local representatives.
The incident follows detentions of religious leaders under President Trump's deportation policies, raising concerns.

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Episcopal Diocese of Texas reports a Kenyan priest employed by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice was detained by ICE while returning home.
Bishop C. Andrew Doyle of the Episcopal Diocese of Texas says the priest's immigration status is documented.
The diocese provides support to the priest's family.
The diocese seeks assistance from local representatives.
The incident follows detentions of religious leaders under President Trump's deportation policies, raising concerns.