Activists, residents, and local officials in Chicago say federal immigration agents have escalated their tactics, employing helicopters and chemical agents in enforcement operations. Community members warn these aggressive measures could provoke more violence and tension in neighborhoods.
A recent video shows Mobile County deputies striking a man, identified as Henry Castilo, during an immigration operation. Sheriff Paul Burch defends the actions, stating that officers reacted to alleged resistance and that their use of force was justified under the circumstances.
A man sought by Immigration and Customs Enforcement was shot and killed in Franklin Park, Illinois, after authorities say he drove toward ICE agents during a traffic stop. The suspect’s actions reportedly injured at least one officer, prompting the fatal response.
A U.S. District Court judge appointed by Barack Obama has delivered a new setback to the Laken Riley Act, a bipartisan law focused on arresting illegal aliens with certain criminal records. The same judge previously blocked an effort to defund Planned Parenthood, raising fresh questions about judicial influence on high-profile legislative measures.
Federal officials have announced a sweeping immigration plan targeting Chicago under the name “Operation Midway Blitz.” The move has stirred anxieties in the nation’s third-largest city, with President Trump voicing support for the operation.
The Department of Justice under former President Trump has filed a federal lawsuit targeting Boston’s immigration enforcement policies, citing the city as one of the “worst sanctuary offenders.” Boston officials stand resolute, with Mayor Wu asserting that they will not yield to the federal push.
In a notable policy shift, ICE is slated to gain access to Paragon Spyware. This development follows the reported dropping of a Biden administration order, clearing the way for new surveillance capabilities.
Boston officials anticipate a federal immigration crackdown prompted by the Trump administration’s focus on sanctuary cities. Mayor Michelle Wu stresses that while the city remains dedicated to upholding its sanctuary status, it will continue to comply with all legal requirements.
A federal appeals court in the United States will decide if Texas can give its police more authority to arrest migrants suspected of entering the country illegally. The 5th Circuit Court of Appeals vacated an earlier ruling, setting the stage for a pivotal decision on state-level immigration enforcement.
Vice President Vance addressed a Georgia audience, spotlighting a sweeping bill that shifts resources from social safety programs to immigration enforcement and provides tax cuts. His remarks underscore the administration’s continued commitment to Trump’s domestic agenda.