Official defends use of tear gas in Chicago and says agents on immigration sweeps have cameras

A judge held a hearing to learn more about the Trump administration's Chicago crackdown, which has produced more than 1,000 arrests as well as complaints that agents are increasingly using combative tactics.

Official defends use of tear gas in Chicago

U.S. Border Patrol agents assigned to immigration enforcement in the Chicago area have been given body cameras, an official testified Monday as a judge held a hearing to learn more about the Trump
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Duckworth urges DOJ, DHS watchdogs to probe Operation Midway Blitz in Illinois

DHS IG investigation of Operation Midway Blitz, citing reports of misconduct and calling for accountability.

Whistles Have Become Chicago’s Surprising Act of Protest

Residents troubled by an immigration crackdown air dissent—and warnings—with devices typically favored by athletic coaches.

Officials due in court to answer questions about immigration crackdown in Chicago area

CHICAGO (AP) — Federal officials are due in court Monday to take questions about the Trump administration’s immigration crackdown in the Chicago area, which has produced more than 1,000 arrests as well as complaints that agents are increasingly using combative tactics.

Judge orders ICE field director to testify, 'Operation Midway Blitz' agents to wear body cameras

A federal judge ordered the Chicago ICE field director to appear in court next week regarding several incidents.

Feds say more than 1,500 arrested in "Operation Midway Blitz," but data reveals some arrests from outside Illinois

The Department of Homeland Security has said federal agents have made more than 1,500 arrests as part of the immigration crackdown in the Chicago area dubbed "Operation Midway Blitz," which began more than a month ago.

What we know about claim 'Operation Midway Blitz' agents zip-tied children in Chicago

One eyewitness told local news she saw agents leading zip-tied children out of an apartment building. DHS said that "never" happened.
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‘Operation Midway Blitz’: ICE fines green card holder $130

A 60-year-old Chicago resident, Rueben Antonio Cruz, was fined by ICE under a revived immigration law requiring noncitizens to carry identification at all times.

ICE in Chicago amid ongoing "Operation Midway Blitz" activity: Live updates

After launching "Operation Midway Blitz" at the beginning of September, there has been a rapid escalation of ICE in Chicago, with armed agents marching through the Loop.

Uncertainty surrounds DHS court appearance set for Monday following clashes with protesters

A federal judge has ordered a top ICE official to appear in court on Monday, following clashes between protesters and federal agents in Chicago.
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