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Immigrants in ICE detention during Lent and Ramadan

Immigrants in ICE Detention Struggle to Observe Lent and Ramadan

March 1, 2026 New York Times
Some religious groups have sued for access to detention facilities, while others have been denied entrance entirely. Detained immigrants report difficulty observing fasting, prayer, and other religious practices as ICE detention facilities restrict outside religious volunteers and fail to accommodate faith-based dietary and schedule needs during Lent and Ramadan.