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Chicago braces for immigration crackdown and deportations under Trump
President-elect Donald Trump’s incoming border czar vows that the biggest city in the Midwest will be “ground zero” for mass deportations, and officials across the political spectrum in Chicago are bracing for a showdown.
How Chicago Is Bracing for Mass Deportations
Chicago is bracing for President Donald Trump to enact his mass deportation policy and conduct sweeping immigration raids. In a Tuesday interview, Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson, a Democrat, reaffirmed that city authorities won't cooperate with Immigration and Customs Enforcement ( ICE ).
Chicago immigrant residents are in Trump's sights. The mayor says he'll defend them.
Mayor Brandon Johnson says the city will defend residents "whether you're undocumented, whether you are seeking asylum or whether you're seeking a good paying job."
Chicago mayor reiterates opposition to incoming Trump admin's immigration reform
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson reiterated his opposition to anticipated immigration reform policies when President-elect Trump returns to the White House this week.
Chicago braces for potential deportation efforts under incoming Trump administration
Local immigration advocates continue preparing for potential mass deportation efforts that could reportedly start as soon as Tuesday.
Chicago Mayor Johnson discusses how his city is preparing for 'mass deportation' plan
NPR's A Martínez asks Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson how his city is preparing for the so-called mass deportation raids now that Donald Trump is back in office.
Chicago PD says it ‘will not assist’ with upcoming ICE deportations
The Chicago Police Department vowed Monday to not comply with or assist federal agencies like ICE when it comes to deporting ...
Chicago Businesses Sound Alarm Over Trump's Immigration Raids
Business leaders and employers across the United States, including in Chicago, are raising alarms over immigration raids as ...
With Trump deportation raids expected to start in Chicago, advocates say they will safeguard immigrants
The incoming Trump administration is reportedly beginning mass deportations next week in the city and across the U.S. Rep.
Prospect of an Immigration Crackdown Leaves Some Chicago Neighborhoods Bracing
Activists are holding meetings to advise people about their legal rights and families have been drafting powers of attorney.
Donald Trump's Reported Chicago Immigration Raid Sparks Alarm and Backlash
Trump campaigned largely on the issue of immigration, promising to carry out mass deportations of roughly 11 million illegal ...
Deportation raids reportedly to begin in Chicago after Trump sworn in
President-elect Donald Trump's incoming administration plans to immediately order a series of deportation raids targeting ...
At Chicago’s Martin Luther King Jr. Day Breakfast, commitment to protecting rights is affirmed
The breakfast, held annually on MLK day, honors the memory and legacy of Dr. King as well as the work of Reverend Jackson.
Fear of Immigration Raids Rise as Trump Fulfils Campaign Vow
It took only moments for President Donald Trump to shut down the CBP One app. On Monday, as he moved to fulfill campaign ...