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Texas Nun Released After ICE Detention While Walking to Church

Sister Leticia Ugboaja was detained by ICE while walking to Mass in McAllen, Texas, but has since been released following intervention from local Congress members. The incident highlights ongoing concerns about immigration enforcement at sensitive locations such as houses of worship.

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