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Illinois Governor Urges Halt to ICE Raids During Halloween

Illinois Governor JB Pritzker has called on the Trump administration to suspend ICE raids during Halloween to protect children and families from fear and trauma, criticizing the aggressive immigration enforcement tactics that have included tear gas at a Halloween parade. The federal government has faced legal and public backlash over its immigration enforcement practices, with courts blocking some actions and reports of violent confrontations during raids. Pritzker emphasizes the importance of allowing children to enjoy Halloween safely, while DHS officials defend their actions as necessary for law enforcement.

via The Guardian|

#halloween #ice-raids #illinois

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Illinois Governor Urges Halt to ICE Raids for a Safer Halloween

Illinois Governor JB Pritzker requested the Trump administration to suspend federal immigration raids in Chicago over Halloween weekend to ensure children's safety and allow families to celebrate peacefully, following reports of raids during a children's parade. The request aims to prevent harm and anxiety among children, but the agencies involved have not responded to the request. The issue highlights ongoing tensions around immigration enforcement and community safety.

via Axios|

#chicago #federal-raids #halloween

world2 months ago•1 min saved

Illinois Governor to Support SNAP Recipients Amid Food Aid Uncertainty

Illinois Governor JB Pritzker is set to sign an executive order to support nearly two million residents relying on SNAP benefits by directing $20 million to food banks, amid concerns that federal shutdown could end SNAP benefits for many starting November 1, and with the state unable to fully fund the program due to high costs.

via ABC7 Chicago|

#food-banks #government-shutdown #illinois

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Pritzker Urges Halt to ICE Raids for a Safer Halloween

Governor JB Pritzker requests a three-day pause in ICE enforcement in Chicago during Halloween to ensure children's safety after recent tear gas incidents, emphasizing community safety and adherence to DHS guidelines.

via Chicago Sun-Times|

#chicago #halloween #ice-enforcement

politics3 months ago•4 min saved

Trump escalates feud with Illinois leaders, calls for jail

Illinois Governor JB Pritzker and Vice President JD Vance responded to threats and actions related to crime and federal troop deployment, with Pritzker dismissing Trump's threats and Vance criticizing Pritzker's handling of Chicago's crime, while both discussed the legality and implications of deploying National Guard troops to address violence.

via ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos|

#chicago #national-guard #politics

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Jimmy Kimmel Critiques Trump’s 'Hellhole' Claims and Highlights Urban Challenges

Governor JB Pritzker humorously mocked the Trump administration's narrative of chaos in Chicago by filming a satirical 'war-torn' report, while also highlighting ongoing legal battles and the deployment of National Guard troops amid political tensions and contrasting crime statistics.

via Chicago Sun-Times|

#chicago #crime #national-guard

politics3 months ago•2 min saved

Tensions Rise as National Guard Deployed to Chicago Amid Political Disputes

Illinois Governor JB Pritzker canceled his planned appearance at a Florida Democratic event due to escalating tensions with President Trump, who has criticized Chicago and Illinois for federal interventions. Pritzker, a potential 2028 Democratic presidential candidate, has been outspoken against Trump, calling him unhinged and a wannabe dictator, and chose to stay in Illinois amid the controversy. The Florida Democratic dinner will still proceed without him.

via Sun Sentinel|

#florida #illinois #political

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National Guard Deployments in Illinois Spark Political Tensions

500 National Guard troops from Texas and Illinois have been deployed to Chicago amid legal challenges and political controversy, with Illinois Governor Pritzker condemning the move as unconstitutional and President Trump defending the deployment as necessary for federal law enforcement and property protection.

via NBC News|

#chicago #federal-deployment #illinois

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Trump Calls for Jail for Illinois Leaders Pritzker and Johnson

Trump called for the arrest of Illinois officials Pritzker and Johnson, accusing them of resisting federal troop deployment, while they condemned his actions and vowed to oppose what they see as an authoritarian push, amid ongoing legal battles over troop deployment and federal law enforcement in Chicago.

via Politico|

#federal-troops #illinois #johnson

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Trump Calls for Jailing Chicago and Illinois Leaders Over Immigration Tensions

President Trump called for Illinois Governor Pritzker and Chicago Mayor Johnson to be jailed over their opposition to federal immigration enforcement and troop deployment, escalating tensions amid ongoing disputes over immigration policies and federal intervention in Chicago.

via Axios|

#chicago #federal-troops #immigration

politics3 months ago•3 min saved

Trump Calls for Jailing Chicago Leaders Amid Tensions

President Donald Trump publicly called for Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson and Illinois Governor JB Pritzker to be jailed, amid escalating tensions involving federal efforts to deploy National Guard troops to Chicago to address crime and immigration issues, with ongoing legal battles and political disputes.

via NBC News|

#brandon-johnson #chicago #national-guard

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Trump Calls for Jail for Chicago Mayor and Illinois Governor Over ICE Tensions

President Trump posted on Truth Social that Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson and Illinois Governor JB Pritzker should be in jail, criticizing their handling of immigration enforcement and federal presence in Chicago. Both officials responded strongly, condemning Trump's remarks and actions, with Pritzker accusing Trump of authoritarian tendencies and Johnson defending his stance against federal immigration enforcement.

via CBS News|

#chicago #immigration #johnson

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National Guard Deployments in Illinois Amid Political Tensions

Illinois Governor Pritzker opposes the deployment of Texas National Guard troops to Chicago, accusing the Trump administration of using military force for political purposes and filing a lawsuit to block the federalization of the National Guard amid tensions over federal law enforcement actions in cities.

via ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos|

#illinois #national-guard-deployment #politics

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Trump Administration Declares Chicago a 'War Zone' and Deploys National Guard

Illinois Governor JB Pritzker criticized federal immigration enforcement actions in Chicago, particularly a raid on a South Side apartment involving alleged mistreatment of residents, and accused federal agents of escalating tensions and creating a 'war zone' atmosphere, while calling for investigations into the incidents.

via The New York Times|

#chicago #chicago-violence #federal-agents

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Trump deploys 300 National Guard troops to Illinois amid immigration tensions

President Trump authorized the deployment of 300 National Guard members to Illinois to assist with immigration enforcement, despite objections from Governor JB Pritzker, amid ongoing protests and law enforcement tensions in Chicago.

via Chicago Tribune|

#deportations #illinois #national-guard