Summary
A Chicago TV producer, Debbie Brockman, was arrested by U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents for allegedly assaulting a federal officer. Her arrest may conflict with a recent court order that prohibits federal agents from arresting journalists without probable cause. There are no charges against Brockman, and her arrest has raised legal concerns.
Key Facts
- Debbie Brockman, a producer for WGN-TV in Chicago, was arrested by U.S. border agents.
- The Department of Homeland Security states she was arrested for assaulting a federal officer.
- A temporary restraining order in Chicago prohibits arresting journalists unless they are suspected of committing a crime.
- No charges have been filed against Brockman, according to WGN-TV.
- Videos show her being detained by masked officers during an immigration operation.
- The restraining order forbids federal agents from using force against journalists covering protests.
- The order was issued by District Judge Sara Ellis to protect journalists from unnecessary arrests.
- DHS claims Brockman threw objects at a border patrol vehicle, leading to her arrest.
