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Judge Orders Release of Islamic Society Leader from ICE

6/23/2026

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U.S. District Judge James Patrick Hanlon ordered the release of Islamic Society of Milwaukee president Salah Sarsour from ICE detention in Milwaukee.
Hanlon questioned why ICE acted in 2026 against a lawful permanent resident.
Hanlon said Sarsour’s First Amendment retaliation claim could render his detention unlawful.
After his release, hundreds gathered outside the Islamic Society of Milwaukee to welcome Sarsour.

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U.S. District Judge James Patrick Hanlon ordered the release of Islamic Society of Milwaukee president Salah Sarsour from ICE detention in Milwaukee.
Hanlon questioned why ICE acted in 2026 against a lawful permanent resident.
Hanlon said Sarsour’s First Amendment retaliation claim could render his detention unlawful.
After his release, hundreds gathered outside the Islamic Society of Milwaukee to welcome Sarsour.