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Immigration October 9

‘Pritzker is a joke’: Texas Gov. Abbott mocks sanctuary governor for opposing National Guard troops

Texas Republican Gov. Greg Abbott mocked Illinois Democratic Gov. JB Pritzker, calling him a "joke" for opposing his deployment of Texas National Guard troops to provide security.

Police and Law Enforcement October 9

Noem: Trump administration doubling down with new federal facilities in Chicago, Portland

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem said the Trump administration will purchase more federal law enforcement facilities in Chicago and Portland.

Chicago October 9

‘Operation Midway Blitz’: Inside DOJ’s push to tackle crime, illegal immigration in Chicago

Top Department of Justice officials descended on the FBI’s field office in Chicago this week and urged staff to remain laser focused on their massive federal immigration enforcement operation.

Illinois October 9

Federal judge limits ICE arrests without warrant, probable cause

A federal judge extended a consent decree limiting ICE's warrantless arrests until 2026 after finding agents violated constitutional protections.

Soccer October 9

Argentina-Puerto Rico soccer match relocated from Chicago to Florida amid immigration unrest

The Argentina vs. Puerto Rico soccer match was moved from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale due to the immigration crackdown in the Windy City.

White House October 8

Trump calls Chicago mayor and Illinois governor 'grossly incompetent' in new White House video

The White House escalated its feud with Illinois Democratic leaders as Trump accused Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson and Illinois Governor JB Pritzker of incompetence.

U.S. October 8

University of Chicago condemns violence but dodges questions about professor arrested in anti-ICE riots

Associate Professor Eman Abdelhadi faces aggravated battery and obstruction charges following her participation in anti-ICE protests in Broadview, Illinois.

Donald Trump October 8

Trump says Chicago mayor, Illinois governor 'should be in jail for failing to protect' ICE officers

President Donald Trump said Wednesday that Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson and Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker should be jailed for failing to defend ICE officers.

Opinion October 8

The National Guard isn’t a permanent fix for cities — here’s what must happen next

Cities like Chicago and Memphis struggle with severe police shortages while Tennessee invests $175 million in modernizing recruitment to avoid relying on National Guard troops.

Texas October 7

Texas National Guard deploys 200 troops to Illinois for federal protection mission amid protests

Gov. Greg Abbott deployed Texas National Guard troops to Illinois as Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson called the federal protection mission "illegal and unconstitutional."

Media October 7

Pope Leo rejects reporter's question about President Trump's use of the National Guard in his hometown

Chicago-born Pope Leo XIV refused to discuss President Trump's deployment of National Guard troops to his hometown amid local opposition.