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McAllen nun released from ICE custody after being detained on way to Mass, legislators say
By Christian Riley Dutcher at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· June 29, 2026
· 1 min read
A South Texas nun was detained Sunday by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement while reportedly on the way to celebrate Mass, Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church said on Facebook. Sister Letty was released from ICE custody Sunday night after she was detained earlier that morning, according to ...
Key takeaway Immigration and Customs Enforcement while reportedly on the way to celebrate Mass, Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church said on Facebook.
Why this matters in The San Antonio
The detention of Sister Letty, a McAllen nun, on her way to celebrate Mass, raises concerns about the impact of immigration enforcement on local communities, particularly those with strong Catholic roots like San Antonio . The swift intervention of legislators, including Rep. Henry Cuellar, D-San Antonio, helped secure her release, but the incident highlights the need for nuanced approaches to immigration enforcement. As Rep. Monica De La Cruz noted, targeting violent criminals should be the priority, rather than detaining individuals like Sister Letty who are clearly not a threat to public safety. This incident may resonate with San Antonio's own Catholic community, where many residents value the contributions of faith leaders and may be concerned about the potential for similar detentions in their own city. The response from local lawmakers and the community will be worth watching to see how this incident informs broader discussions about immigration enforcement and community relations.
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Category: library ·
Published: June 29, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? A South Texas nun was detained Sunday by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement while reportedly on the way to celebrate Mass, Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church said on Facebook. Sister Letty was released from ICE custody Sunday night after she was detained earlier that morning, according to ...
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