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Chicago sees surge in immigration enforcement and community protests

Originally Published 2 months ago — by AP News

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A large-scale police raid in Chicago targeting Venezuelan gang members has escalated immigration enforcement, involving heavy military-style tactics and affecting both suspected criminals and U.S. citizens, sparking local outrage and highlighting tensions over immigration and community safety.

Chicago Immigration Raids Spark Outcry and Concerns

Originally Published 3 months ago — by Reuters

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The US Border Patrol conducted a high-profile raid in Chicago targeting alleged gang members, which resulted in the detention of U.S. citizens and families, drawing criticism for its aggressive tactics and the involvement of armed agents in a city environment, amid ongoing political debates over immigration enforcement.

Chicago Immigration Raid Sparks Chaos and Fear

Originally Published 3 months ago — by Letters from an American | Heather Cox Richardson

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Federal agents raided a Chicago apartment building, detaining residents without clear evidence, amid claims of involvement in criminal activities, while the U.S. government under the Trump administration declared a formal armed conflict with drug cartels, raising legal and ethical concerns about the use of military force and executive power during a government shutdown, which is also being exploited politically.

Families Affected by Hyundai Plant Immigration Raid in Georgia

Originally Published 4 months ago — by ABC News

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A large immigration raid at a Hyundai plant in Georgia detained nearly 500 workers, mostly Koreans, causing widespread family crises and legal uncertainties for many non-Korean workers, despite some having legal work authorization. The raid, the largest in two decades, has left families desperate for support as advocates and lawyers work to assist those affected amid ongoing questions about detention criteria and immigration enforcement practices.

Federal Raids Target Illicit Vape Operations in Chicago Suburbs

Originally Published 4 months ago — by CBS News

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U.S. Marshals and federal agents raided the Midwest Distribution facility in Bensenville, Illinois, seizing vaping products including nicotine e-liquids, amid ongoing FDA regulatory issues. The company claims compliance and cooperation, criticizing the FDA's actions as inconsistent with prior communications and approvals.

Immigration Raids in New York Disrupt Business and Families

Originally Published 4 months ago — by CNN

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A federal immigration raid at a family-run nutrition bar manufacturing plant in upstate New York detained dozens of workers, mostly Hispanic, causing production delays and sparking condemnation from local officials. The operation, part of a broader crackdown targeting industries reliant on immigrant labor, involved over 100 agents and resulted in around 60 detentions, with some workers released after verification of legal status. The plant's co-owner expressed concern for the workers' safety and the impact on his business.

Dozens Detained in ICE Raid at Upstate New York Factory

Originally Published 4 months ago — by The New York Times

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U.S. federal agents conducted a large-scale immigration raid at a confectionery plant near Syracuse, New York, detaining over 40 workers, including parents of children, in what was described as one of the biggest workplace raids in the state. The operation involved multiple law enforcement agencies and was criticized by local officials and the plant owner for being excessive and inhumane, especially since many workers had legal documentation.