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
- Libertarian Party of Wisconsin Calls ICE Detention of Milwaukee Mosque Leader a Threat to Free Speech - Libertarian Party of Wisconsin - Jun 23rd, 2026
- Judge Orders Release of Milwaukee Islamic Leader - Graham Kilmer - Jun 18th, 2026
- Congresswoman Gwen Moore Applauds Court Order Requiring Release of Salah Sarsour From ICE Detention - U.S. Rep. Gwen Moore - Jun 18th, 2026
- Congresswoman Gwen Moore Statement on Second Visit to Conduct Wellness Check on Salah Sarsour - U.S. Rep. Gwen Moore - Jun 15th, 2026
- Muslim Leader’s Health Deteriorating in Immigration Lockup - Graham Kilmer - Jun 9th, 2026
- MKE County: Board Condemns Salah Sarsour’s Detention - Graham Kilmer - May 29th, 2026
- Congresswoman Gwen Moore Leads Colleagues in Calling for Salah Sarsour’s Release From ICE Detention - U.S. Rep. Gwen Moore - May 26th, 2026
- Baldwin Leads Colleagues in Calling of Detained Wisconsin Resident Salah Sarsour - U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin - May 21st, 2026
- Congresswoman Gwen Moore Meets With Salah Sarsour - Jeramey Jannene - Apr 25th, 2026
- Congresswoman Gwen Moore Statement Following Visit to See Salah Sarsour - U.S. Rep. Gwen Moore - Apr 25th, 2026
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