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Chicago's mayor pushes back as Trump administration readies immigration crackdown

Chicago's mayor pushes back as Trump administration readies immigration crackdown

Summary

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson has signed an order to limit the city's police from working with federal immigration agents. This move opposes the Trump administration's plans to increase immigration enforcement in Chicago, including potentially sending federal law enforcement or military forces into the city.

Key Facts

  • Chicago's Mayor, Brandon Johnson, limited cooperation between city police and federal immigration agents.
  • The executive order stops Chicago police from assisting federal officers with civil immigration enforcement.
  • The Trump administration suggested increasing federal forces in Chicago to control immigration and crime.
  • President Trump criticized Illinois Governor JB Pritzker on social media for his stance against federal intervention.
  • Governor Pritzker stated that using the military in Chicago is like an attack on Americans and could affect elections.
  • The Department of Homeland Security plans to add more resources to immigration operations in Chicago.
  • Chicago police are required to wear official uniforms under Mayor Johnson's order.

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