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Chicago Mayor Declares ICE-Free Zones Amid Military Tensions

10/7/2025

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Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson signed an order creating "Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE)–free zones" to block ICE from city properties.
He described ICE as a "rogue" agency and said its actions undermine trust and violate ordinances.
The move follows Gov. J.B. Pritzker's condemnation of Trump's plan to deploy 400 Texas National Guard troops. Johnson vows to resist any military presence.

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Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson signed an order creating "Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE)–free zones" to block ICE from city properties.
He described ICE as a "rogue" agency and said its actions undermine trust and violate ordinances.
The move follows Gov. J.B. Pritzker's condemnation of Trump's plan to deploy 400 Texas National Guard troops. Johnson vows to resist any military presence.