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Salah Sarsour, president of Wisconsin's largest mosque

Muslim Leader Speaks Out After More Than 80 Days in ICE Detention

July 21, 2026 Milwaukee, Wisconsin Guardian US Free Speech
Salah Sarsour, president of Wisconsin’s largest mosque and a longtime green-card holder, described “dehumanizing” treatment during more than 80 days in federal immigration custody, saying it brought back memories of his childhood in Palestine. A federal judge had earlier ordered his release, finding he was likely detained in retaliation for his advocacy for Palestinian rights.
Source: Guardian US