CHICAGO (WLS) — More anti-ICE Chicago protests are expected on Thursday, immigration advocates say.
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Organizers plan to speak and march against President Donald Trump’s administration’s immigration policies.
The demonstrations come as Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson warns that ICE is planning to increase their operations in the city.
Chicago leaders said they are ramping up resources and encouraging peaceful protests.
The mayor’s administration said Chicago is one of five blue cities being targeted by the Trump administration.
City officials have been told ICE agents have been given 48 hours to standby and deploy. Undocumented immigrants are the target.
However, the mayor’s office does not want to give President Trump an excuse to send the National Guard and the Marines to Chicago.
City officials have stated that state and local regulations prevent the Chicago Police Department from working with ICE. Nevertheless, police officers may attend ICE operations to manage public order if demonstrations threaten the safety of residents.
On Saturday, progressives plan a “No Kings Day” protest in cities across the nation including Chicago.
The Illinois Coalition for Immigrant and Refugee Rights is set to hold a press conference at their Loop offices on Thursday morning. Speakers will include representatives from the Organized Communities Against Deportations, Warehouse Workers for Justice, and the Brighton Park Neighborhood Council.
On Thursday afternoon, the groups said they are planning a march near Congress Plaza Garden in the Loop.
At least 1 injured, 17 arrested on Tuesday amid Chicago protest
Chicago police confirmed that 17 people were arrested amid anti-ICE protests in the Loops.
A 66-year-old woman from Chicago, who was hurt, reported that she and her husband were towards the back of the protest Tuesday night when they noticed a car speeding in their direction.
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