Terror Laws from 9/11 Era Fuel Trump-Era Immigration Crackdown: Ohio Chaplain's Arrest Raises Alarms

Breaking News: Ohio Chaplain's Case Sparks Concerns Over 9/11-Era Terror Rules Ayman Soliman, a Muslim chaplain at Cincinnati Children's Hospital, was arrested by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) on August 25, 2025. The government alleges that Soliman has ties to terrorism, citing his involvement with the now-defunct organization, KindHearts for Charitable Humanitarian Development. Timeline of Events: August 25, 2025: ICE arrests Ayman Soliman at Cincinnati Children's Hospital September 2, 2025: Soliman's lawyers file a motion to dismiss the charges, arguing that the government's case is based on flimsy evidence September 9, 2025: ProPublica publishes an in-depth investigation into the case, highlighting concerns over the use of 9/11-era terror rules to justify mass deportations Immediate Impact and Response: The arrest has sparked widespread outrage among civil liberties groups and community leaders. "This is a clear example of how the government is using these outdated terror laws to target innocent people," said Amr Al-Azma, executive director of Ignite Peace, an organization that supports Muslim communities. Background Context: The KindHearts for Charitable Humanitarian Development was a Cleveland-based charity founded in 2001. It was shut down by the government in 2006 after being accused of funneling money to Hamas. Soliman had served as a volunteer for the organization, but his lawyers argue that he was not involved in any wrongdoing. What Happens Next: The case is set to go to trial on October 15, 2025. If the government succeeds in deporting Soliman, experts warn that it could set a precedent for mass deportations under the Trump administration's immigration crackdown. "This would be a devastating blow to our community and would embolden the government to target more innocent people," said Al-Azma. As this story continues to unfold, one thing is clear: the use of 9/11-era terror rules to justify mass deportations raises serious concerns about civil liberties and due process. *This story is developing. Information compiled from Propublica reporting.*