Religious Groups Sue Over Sensitive Location Policy Change

More than two dozen religious groups have filed lawsuits against the Trump administration following its decision to rescind a policy that limited immigration enforcement in sensitive locations like houses of worship. The plaintiffs, including the Massachusetts Council of Churches and Unitarian Universalist Association, argue that this policy change violates their First Amendment rights and the Religious Freedom Restoration Act. They claim that the fear of immigration raids has already led to decreased attendance at worship services and participation in social services. The lawsuits aim to reinstate the policy to protect their ability to minister to immigrants without government interference. Religious leaders emphasize that the change burdens their religious practices and undermines their ability to provide sanctuary and social outreach. The Trump administration maintains that agents will use discretion in enforcement actions at sensitive locations.