CHICAGO — NewsNation affiliate WGN has learned Chicago Police officers are being reminded about what they “can” and “can’t” do if President Donald Trump’s promised immigration raids happen.
The directives went into effect in 2021 but have renewed importance this week.
It’s not just Chicago police policy but also state law that prohibits officers in Illinois from coordinating with immigration agents or even inquiring about a person’s immigration status.
When will Trump’s mass deportations begin?
On the eve of potential mass deportations, Chicago officers are being reminded they cannot:
- Assist with enforcing immigration law.
- Stop, arrest or detain someone based solely on immigration status.
- Coordinate with the turnover of someone in custody to ICE agents.
This weekend, immigrant advocates reminded those fearful of mass deportation operations of steps they can take…