The Brief
- Local police departments and agencies in Illinois, guided by the Illinois TRUST Act, have reaffirmed their commitment to community safety while limiting involvement in federal immigration enforcement, including not assisting in ICE deportation actions unless required by law.
- Between January 21-22, ICE conducted a nationwide operation, including arrests in Illinois, targeting individuals with criminal records. The operation resulted in over 460 arrests and more than 420 detainers issued for serious crimes like homicide and sexual assault.
- Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker and Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson criticized federal immigration enforcement tactics, emphasizing the state’s commitment to protecting residents’ rights and following state laws, while local law enforcement agencies are instructed to adhere to legal guidelines regarding ICE interactions.
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Deportation flights have reportedly begun as Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) increases operations across the country, prompting Illinois and Chicago law enforcement agencies to assess their approach to ICE activities within the state.
Guided by the Illinois Trust Act, which limits local involvement in federal civil immigration enforcement, agencies across the state are emphasizing their commitment to community safety while adhering to state laws.
Police departments and government offices have outlined their approach to dealing with federal immigration authorities.…