ICE arrests in Orange County are on the rise, faith leaders call for action
Reverend Dr. Gabriel Salguero (right) and Reverend. Dr Jeanette Salguero speaking during a press conference on Thursday (01/15/26) at their church, The Gathering Place. They were joined by other faith leaders discussing the inhumane practices of ICE agents in, and outside of Florida.
By Joe Mario Pedersen – Central Florida Public Media
New data show increased detentions made by Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents, or ICE.
On Thursday, Rev. Dr. Gabriel Salguero, the leader of the Gathering Place, an Evangelical Latino congregation in Orlando, said he’s also hearing from his members and other Chaplains that there’s a heavier presence of ICF in communities, along with arrests.
