The Brief
- A viral video showed ICE agents conducting an arrest at an El Rancherito restaurant in East Chicago, Ind., prompting clarification from city officials that local police were not involved.
- Mayor Anthony Copeland and Police Chief José Rivera emphasized that the city had no prior notice of ICE’s presence and urged residents to stay calm and not engage with agents.
- A protest is scheduled for Saturday at City Hall, with police present for safety, while residents are encouraged to contact authorities with questions.
EAST CHICAGO, Ind. – A viral video shows ICE agents conducting an arrest at an El Rancherito restaurant in East Chicago, Ind. on Thursday, and officials have responded.
What we know:
A video went viral on Thursday appearing to show ICE agents arresting an individual at an El Rancherito restaurant East Chicago, Ind. …