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Border Patrol Chief Accused of Tear Gas Violation

10/24/2025

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U.S. Border Patrol chief Gregory Bovino faces allegations of violating a federal judge's order by deploying tear gas at protesters in Chicago's Little Village.
A court filing from a nonprofit representing journalists and unions includes video evidence of Bovino throwing tear gas canisters during anti-ICE protests.
Judge Sara Ellis issued a temporary restraining order that limits aggressive crowd control tactics but allows exceptions for threats.
A preliminary injunction hearing is set for November 5, and Bovino's deposition has been extended to five hours.

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U.S. Border Patrol chief Gregory Bovino faces allegations of violating a federal judge's order by deploying tear gas at protesters in Chicago's Little Village.
A court filing from a nonprofit representing journalists and unions includes video evidence of Bovino throwing tear gas canisters during anti-ICE protests.
Judge Sara Ellis issued a temporary restraining order that limits aggressive crowd control tactics but allows exceptions for threats.
A preliminary injunction hearing is set for November 5, and Bovino's deposition has been extended to five hours.