Inmates Sue Over Religious Rights Denied | Albuquerque News

Two Messianic Jewish inmates in Albuquerque’s Metropolitan Detention Center are suing over denied religious accommodations, claiming they were forced to fast during Ramadan despite being Black Israelites who observe Passover and other Jewish traditions. They say requests for kosher meals, prayer shawls, and religious texts were ignored or denied — even though neither was on suicide watch — and that their attorney-client communications were intercepted. The men also report their religious materials were disrespected during a cell raid, leaving them feeling humiliated. While prison officials say they’re committed to religious inclusivity and will review the case, the plaintiffs argue their constitutional rights to religious freedom are being violated behind bars. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/cae0fdcae8650efa