University newspaper in Chicago charts federal immigration actions
University of Chicago Newspaper Tracks ICE Activity The Maroon, the University of Chicago’s school newspaper, launched an interactive map earlier this month to track ICE (Immigration and Customs Enforcement) activities in the local area, inviting readers to contribute tips. They’ve been monitoring ICE sightings since October 21st. The map, created in response to ICE’s recent […]
Chicago Board of Education accepts deal for disputed pension payment but with an important condition
Chicago Board of Education Approves Pension Payment Agreement On Thursday, the Chicago Board of Education reached an agreement that could see them contribute up to $175 million to the city’s pension payments. However, this is contingent upon the City Council agreeing to withdraw significant funds from special tax districts known as TIFs. If approved, this […]
Noem: ICE will be present in significant numbers on Halloween in Chicago
Immigration Enforcement in Chicago on Halloween Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem announced on Thursday that immigration enforcement operations will be “in full force” in Chicago this Halloween. During an interview on Fox News’ “America Report,” Noem dismissed Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker’s request to pause Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) activities for the holiday season, suggesting […]
J.B. Pritzker Calls for a Stop to ICE Activities in Chicago During Halloween: ‘Allow Children to Enjoy Their Childhood’
Gov. Pritzker Requests Suspension of Immigration Operations Over Halloween Weekend Governor J.B. Pritzker of Illinois has urged federal officials to pause immigration enforcement activities in Chicago during the Halloween weekend. His appeal comes as residents who have faced years of crime related to illegal immigrants express mixed feelings about federal presence in the area. In […]
Border Patrol wins in Chicago as judge attempts to control operations
Border Patrol Commander Now Reporting to Judge Daily Border Patrol Commander Gregory Bovino is now required to report directly to Judge Sarah Ellis every day, following a decision by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit. This shift comes after the court rejected an unusual order made by Ellis earlier this week. Ellis’s […]
Appeals Court Blocks Obama Judge’s Efforts to Regulate Border Patrol in Chicago
Federal Court Blocks Immigration Reporting Order A federal appeals court has denied a request from a judge, appointed by President Obama, that would have mandated daily reports on immigration enforcement from Border Patrol officials in Chicago. U.S. District Judge Sarah Ellis had ordered Chief Border Patrol Agent Gregory Bovino to provide these updates regarding the […]
Court stops judge’s order for Border Patrol Chicago briefings
DHS Celebrates Court Decision Halting Judicial Order on Border Patrol Briefings The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is celebrating a win after a court decision paused what they describe as a “suspension of judicial overreach.” On Wednesday, an appeals court stepped in to block a judicial directive that required Border Patrol officials to provide daily […]
Illinois Governor Pritzker and Chicago Mayor Johnson should try working a shift in border patrol gear.
Trump’s Border Czar Responds to Judge’s Order on ICE Actions On Tuesday, Tom Homan, President Trump’s border czar, appeared on Fox News Channel’s “The Ingraham Angle” to discuss U.S. District Judge Sarah Ellis’ recent directive requiring Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officials to obtain approval for immigration-related enforcement actions. This move has been backed by […]
Court prevents requirement for Border Patrol to give daily reports on immigration actions in Chicago.
Federal Appeals Court Blocks Daily Update Order for Border Patrol Commander A federal appeals court has temporarily halted a judge’s requirement for Border Patrol Commander Greg Bovino to give daily updates on immigration enforcement in Chicago. Last Tuesday, District Judge Sarah Ellis, who was appointed by former President Obama, mandated Bovino to appear in court […]
Border Patrol chief responds to Chicago mayor’s ‘barbaric’ remark
Border Patrol Commander Gregory Bovino responded sharply after Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson referred to him as a “savage.” Bovino argued that such anti-police language contributes to real-world violence against immigration officers. This exchange followed a court order from U.S. District Judge Sarah Ellis compelling Bovino to testify about allegations that he disregarded a ban on […]