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Texas nun feels fear after ICE detention

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Sister Leticia Ugboaja, a Texas nun, has felt 'overwhelmed with fear' after detention by ICE. Sister Norma Pimentel says the detention left lasting emotional scars and deepened fear among immigrant Catholics. The incident renews calls for immigration reform.

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2 sources Aug 1, 2026

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  1. Aug 1, 7:00 AM Catholic News Agency Catholic Charities leader says Texas nun has felt ‘overwhelmed with fear’ after detention by ICE
  2. Aug 1, 7:00 AM Catholic World Report Catholic Charities leader says Texas nun has felt ‘overwhelmed with fear’ after detention by ICE

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