Judge Questions Federal Aggression in Chicago Immigration Crackdown

Federal Judge Sara Ellis scrutinizes aggressive tactics by U.S. immigration officials amid President Trump's crackdown in Chicago, including incidents involving force against protesters and bystanders. Ellis expresses concerns about violations of her order on identification and warnings. Judge temporarily blocks National Guard deployment, while tensions rise over federal actions.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 21-10-2025 00:05 IST | Created: 21-10-2025 00:05 IST
Judge Questions Federal Aggression in Chicago Immigration Crackdown
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In a heated session on Monday, a federal judge in Chicago voiced concerns over aggressive measures taken by federal agents during President Donald Trump's immigration crackdown.

Judge Sara Ellis questioned Kyle Harvick of U.S. Customs and Border Patrol regarding various tense encounters between agents and Chicago residents, highlighting potential violations of an earlier court order mandating visible identification and preemptive warnings before deploying anti-riot tools.

Amid these heated debates, a lawsuit filed by protesters, journalists, and clergy against key Trump administration figures continues, challenging the intense federal response in cities portrayed by the President as rife with crime.

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