All articles tagged with #tear gas
Originally Published 26 days ago — by ABC7 Chicago
Customs and Border Patrol agents conducted immigration enforcement operations in Chicago's Little Village, resulting in at least 15 arrests amid community protests and concerns over aggressive tactics and timing before the holidays, with officials and community leaders expressing mixed reactions.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Block Club Chicago
Federal agents used tear gas and pepper spray during clashes with protesters and neighbors in Little Village, Chicago, leading to injuries, arrests, and accusations of violence and racial profiling amid ongoing immigration enforcement actions in the area.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by abcnews.go.com
A U.S. District Judge in Chicago restricted the use of force by immigration agents after Border Patrol Commander Greg Bovino admitted to lying about a rock-throwing incident used to justify tear gas deployment during protests, and video evidence contradicted DHS claims that Bovino was hit before using tear gas. The judge criticized the agents' use of force and highlighted violations of protesters' rights, while DHS plans to appeal the decision.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Chicago Sun-Times
The article reports on emotional testimonies and legal proceedings concerning federal law enforcement's treatment of protesters and journalists in Chicago during Operation Midway Blitz, highlighting concerns over the use of force, tear gas, and the impact on individuals' safety and rights, with a judge preparing to rule on restrictions against such federal actions.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Chicago Sun-Times
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.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by The Washington Post
U.S. District Judge Sara Ellis warned Border Patrol leader Gregory Bovino that their recent use of tear gas in Chicago may be violating a court order, raising concerns about the agents' conduct and adherence to legal restrictions.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by PBS
A U.S. judge ordered Border Patrol official Greg Bovino to meet her daily to discuss Chicago immigration enforcement amid concerns over excessive force and use of tear gas, following protests and legal complaints.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Politico
A federal judge in Chicago ordered Border Patrol chief Bovino to report daily on immigration enforcement activities, including use-of-force and tear gas incidents, and to wear a body camera, amid concerns over federal agents' conduct and identification during operations.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Block Club Chicago
A federal judge criticized Border Patrol chief Gregory Bovino for violating orders to limit the use of riot-control weapons during Chicago protests, citing incidents of tear gas and excessive force against peaceful protesters and children, and demanded daily reports from him as investigations continue into the agents' conduct.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Chicago Sun-Times
Gregory Bovino, a U.S. Border Patrol official, appeared in Chicago federal court for a hearing related to a lawsuit over the treatment of protesters during immigration enforcement, including the use of tear gas on children and the importance of body cameras and proper identification for agents.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Block Club Chicago
Neighbors in Old Irving Park are furious after federal agents used tear gas during arrests near their community, leading to the cancellation of the Halloween parade and raising concerns about police conduct and community safety.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by WBEZ Chicago
U.S. Border Patrol Commander Gregory Bovino testified in a federal court regarding the use of tear gas and force against protesters during operations in Chicago, amid ongoing legal disputes over the conduct of federal agents and orders to limit their use of riot control weapons.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Chicago Sun-Times
A federal judge summoned U.S. Border Patrol commander Gregory Bovino to court amid allegations of improper use of tear gas and force against protesters during operations in Chicago, with ongoing legal proceedings and potential sanctions for violations of court orders.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Reuters
A top U.S. Border Patrol official, Gregory Bovino, is summoned to court in Chicago after a video appeared to show him deploying tear gas in violation of a court order limiting its use against protesters, amid ongoing tensions over federal immigration enforcement and crowd-control tactics.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by ABC7 Chicago
Nearly 3,000 people have been arrested in Chicago during an immigration crackdown, with controversial use of chemical agents against protesters, including tear gas deployment without warnings. Customs and Border Patrol Commander Gregory Bovino faces scrutiny over his actions and the legality of force used, amid court challenges and allegations of misconduct by federal agents during protests and community events.