Rep. Margaret Arney Statement on ICE Detention of Milwaukee Leader Salah Sarsour
MADISON — State Representative Margaret Arney released the following statement regarding the recent detention of Salah Sarsour, the president of the Islamic Society of Milwaukee (ISM) by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE):
The arrest and detention of Salah Sarsour by ICE is deeply unsettling. This is not an issue of immigration, but rather instilling fear in the citizens of Wisconsin. I stand with the ISM and Congresswoman Gwen Moore in condemning this action against a respected community leader.
Salah Sarsour has lived in our state for decades and is a pillar of the Milwaukee community, yet was taken into custody in a manner that raises serious concerns about due process and transparency. These circumstances demand clear answers from federal authorities.
Every individual in this country, regardless of background, deserves fair treatment under the law and access to due process. Wisconsin is stronger when all residents feel safe, respected, and protected by the law. I join local leaders and community members in calling for transparency, accountability, and a full review of this case.
My office will continue to monitor this situation closely and advocate for the fair and just treatment of all Wisconsin residents.
NOTE: This press release was submitted to Urban Milwaukee and was not written by an Urban Milwaukee writer. While it is believed to be reliable, Urban Milwaukee does not guarantee its accuracy or completeness.
More about the Arrest of Salah Sarsour
- Rep. Margaret Arney Statement on ICE Detention of Milwaukee Leader Salah Sarsour - State Rep. Margaret Arney - Apr 4th, 2026
- Milwaukee DSA Demands Release of Islamic Society President Detained by ICE - Milwaukee Democratic Socialists of America - Apr 3rd, 2026
- DHS Law Enforcement Arrests Jordanian National with Previous Conviction for Throwing a Molotov Cocktail at the Homes of Israeli Forces - U.S. Department of Homeland Security - Apr 2nd, 2026
- ICE Arrests Milwaukee Islamic Society Leader - Graham Kilmer - Apr 2nd, 2026
- Statement on the ICE detention of Salah Sarsour - JoCasta Zamarripa - Apr 2nd, 2026
- Statement of the Milwaukee Area Labor Council Immigrant Rights Committee - Milwaukee Labor Council - Apr 2nd, 2026
- Due Process is Not Optional - Common Council President Jose Perez - Apr 2nd, 2026
- Rep. Ryan Clancy Condemns ICE Detention of Islamic Society of Milwaukee President Salah Sarsour - State Rep. Ryan Clancy - Apr 2nd, 2026
- Congresswoman Gwen Moore Calls for Immediate Release of Milwaukee Community Leader Salah Sarsour - U.S. Rep. Gwen Moore - Apr 2nd, 2026
- County Executive David Crowley Condemns Illegal Federal Arrest of Milwaukee Community Leader Salah Sarsour - David Crowley - Apr 2nd, 2026
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