Chaplain Jailed by Trump Admin for 4 Months Finally Freed from ICE Custody

Children's Hospital Chaplain Jailed by Trump Admin Finally Released CINCINNATI, OH - Ayman Soliman, a former chaplain at Cincinnati Children's Hospital, was released from Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) custody on Friday after being jailed since July 9. The release comes as a victory for advocates who had been pushing for his freedom. According to multiple sources familiar with the matter, Soliman was finally released around 1:15 p.m. on Friday. "He's at a mosque," said Adam Allen, one of the Cincinnati Children's Hospital chaplains who was fired after publicly backing Soliman. The imam's attorney, Robert Ratliff, confirmed that Soliman had been released and was headed home. Ratliff views this as an unequivocal victory, clearing the way for his client to continue seeking his green card and getting his family members from Egypt to America. "We're awaiting written confirmation from the government, but we consider this a huge step forward," Ratliff said in an interview. Soliman's case drew widespread attention due to its unusual circumstances. As a chaplain at Cincinnati Children's Hospital, he had been working with families and children for over a decade when his asylum status was terminated by the Trump administration in June. His arrest on July 9 sparked outrage among advocates who argued that Soliman's detention was unjust. The case highlights the complexities of immigration policy under the previous administration. "This is a clear example of how the Trump administration used its power to target and intimidate individuals who were seeking asylum," said an advocate for immigrant rights, speaking on condition of anonymity. Soliman's release comes as part of a larger effort by advocates to push back against what they see as overly broad and punitive immigration policies. "This is a victory not just for Ayman Soliman, but for the entire community that has been fighting for justice and compassion in our immigration system," said the advocate. The current status of Soliman's asylum application remains uncertain. However, Ratliff expressed optimism about the prospects for his client's future. "We're confident that U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services will fully reinstate Ayman's asylum status, allowing him to continue pursuing his green card and bringing his family members to America," he said. As the case continues to unfold, advocates are calling on lawmakers to take action to reform immigration policies and prevent similar cases in the future. "This is a wake-up call for our elected officials to recognize the harm caused by their policies and work towards creating a more just and compassionate system," said the advocate. Background: Ayman Soliman was arrested by ICE on July 9, sparking widespread outrage among advocates who argued that his detention was unjust. Soliman had been working as a chaplain at Cincinnati Children's Hospital for over a decade when his asylum status was terminated by the Trump administration in June. Additional Perspectives: The case of Ayman Soliman has sparked debate about the role of immigration policy in shaping the lives of individuals and families. "This is a clear example of how the Trump administration used its power to target and intimidate individuals who were seeking asylum," said an advocate for immigrant rights. Current Status and Next Developments: Soliman's release comes as part of a larger effort by advocates to push back against what they see as overly broad and punitive immigration policies. The current status of Soliman's asylum application remains uncertain, but Ratliff expressed optimism about the prospects for his client's future. *Reporting by Rollingstone.*