STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Rev. Terry Troia of Project Hospitality cautioned the Staten Island Hunger Task Force Monday night about the presence of Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents in the borough, particularly in communities where food pantries operate.
According to Troia, ICE attempted to enter Faith United Methodist Church during their pantry hours recently.
Troia said, “…it was a very upsetting situation for the church, the pastor, and the people that were volunteering at the pantry. We need to know that people are safe to get food, and we have to have a safety plan to provide that level of support to people in their need for emergency food.”…