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Trump Administration Reviews Plans for ICE Raids in Chicago Amid Public Concern

As federal authorities prepare for possible raids, local leaders and immigrant rights groups work to assure the community of their rights.

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  1. Trump team now 'reviewing' plans for Chicago ICE raids: Incoming border czar

    The incoming administration's aggressive approach to immigration enforcement underscores a commitment to prioritizing the removal of individuals considered public safety threats, despite potential risks to officer safety from leaked operational plans.

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  2. Incoming 'border czar' Tom Homan previews 'well-planned' deportation operations after inauguration

    The administration's bold deportation strategy, which targets illegal immigrants from day one, underscores President Trump's uncompromising stance on border security and public safety, reflecting a decisive shift in immigration enforcement.

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  3. Trump's border czar says immigration raids will begin next week, including in Chicago

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  4. Chicago's migrant community prepares for potential ICE raids after Trump takes office

    As the Trump administration prepares to unleash a crackdown on illegal immigration, Chicago's immigrant community faces the daunting possibility of widespread deportations, prompting local leaders to rally and remind undocumented residents of their rights amid rising fears and uncertainty.

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  5. Trump administration set to conduct ICE raids in Boston after Chicago, New York

    The imminent ICE raids represent a much-needed crackdown on illegal immigration, as supporters argue it will restore law and order, while critics fear the consequences for immigrant communities.

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  6. Trump Reportedly Plans to Begin Immigration Raids in Chicago on Tuesday

    Inauguration Day is coming up soon, and at Truthout, we plan to defy Trump’s right-wing agenda from Day One, as we anticipate a terrifying four years that will harm the most vulnerable among us through intensified militarized policing and further erosion of free speech.

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  7. Trump admin to launch immigration raids on day one amid deportation push

    The incoming Trump administration's aggressive plans to target undocumented immigrants and sanctuary cities reflect a continuation of its hardline stance, underscoring a commitment to enforcement that many see as a direct threat to immigrant communities and civil rights.

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  8. ‘Without Apology!’ Trump Border Czar Vows ‘Handcuffs’ Come Off on Day One as ICE ‘Finally’ to Begin Arrests, Mass Deportations

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  9. Chicago prepares for deportation arrests targeting hundreds next week after Trump takes office

    The upcoming immigration enforcement operations are emblematic of an aggressive approach to deportation that starkly contrasts with previous administrations, reflecting Trump's unwavering commitment to prioritize the removal of individuals he deems a threat to public safety.

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  10. New Reports: Trump’s Mass Deportation Raids Will Begin Next Week

    Trump's vow to carry out mass deportation threatens not only the fabric of American society but also its economy, showcasing a drastic shift towards an inhumane approach to immigration that could have lasting repercussions.

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  11. ICE planning major enforcement operation in Chicago after Trump inauguration

    The imminent enforcement operation planned by ICE under the Trump administration signals a stark shift in immigration policy that is bound to incite significant controversy and resistance, particularly from Democratic leaders who are prepared to protect undocumented migrants from aggressive deportation efforts.

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  12. ICE planning major enforcement operation in Chicago after Trump inauguration

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  13. Chicago Readies for Hundreds of Deportation Arrests Next Week

    The imminent large-scale deportations under Trump's administration signal a drastic shift in immigration enforcement priorities, with a clear intention to broaden the scope beyond just serious offenders to include anyone in the country illegally, reflecting an aggressive approach that advocates and local officials are bracing themselves to confront.

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  14. Trump Reportedly To Launch Sweeping Deportations Day After Inauguration

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  15. Trump is planning to begin mass deportations on his first full day in office: report

    Trump's decisive move to begin mass deportations right at the start of his presidency highlights his unwavering commitment to a hardline immigration policy, signaling a shift in national immigration enforcement.

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  16. Trump border czar: ‘We are going to take the handcuffs off ICE’ after inauguration

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  17. Mass deportation raids could start in Chicago as soon as Tuesday: Report

    The looming mass deportation raids in Chicago signal a troubling escalation in the Trump administration's immigration enforcement strategy, one that not only threatens families but also pits local leaders against federal authorities in a critical battle over community safety and rights.

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  18. New immigration raids to begin across US: Trump's border czar

    The incoming Trump administration's aggressive stance on immigration enforcement, including large-scale raids and mass deportations, is poised to create significant turmoil and resistance, particularly in sanctuary cities and among immigrant rights advocates.

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  19. Trump administration raids on illegal immigrants to start on day one, US media reports

    The looming mass deportations and raids set to commence under Donald Trump's administration reflect a drastic shift in immigration policy that is likely to instill fear among countless migrants and disrupt communities across the nation.

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  20. Trump plans large immigration raid in Chicago on Tuesday – report

    The impending immigration raid in Chicago signals the Trump administration's aggressive stance on enforcement, hinting at a broader nationwide crackdown that prioritizes deportations over community cooperation.

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Updated: Jan 18th, 2025, 9:54 PM ET

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The Trump administration, led by Tom Homan, is reviewing plans for extensive ICE raids in Chicago scheduled to start January 21. The operation will target undocumented immigrants with criminal histories, emphasizing public safety. Local officials, including Governor Pritzker and Chicago Mayor Johnson, defend sanctuary policies, while community organizers prepare resources for residents to know their rights. Amid resistance from sanctuary cities, advocates seek to reassure immigrants about their legal protections against the anticipated raids, echoing fears from past policies that have historically separated families.


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