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Judge Limits Force by Immigration Agents During Protests

11/8/2025

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Judge Limits Force

Judge Sara Ellis, a federal judge in Chicago, restricted immigration agents' use of force during protests.
Ellis found Border Patrol Commander Greg Bovino lied about being attacked before deploying tear gas.
The ruling prohibits anti-riot weapons unless there is imminent harm and protects journalists' rights.
DHS plans to appeal the injunction, arguing agents acted in self-defense against violent protesters.

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The Trump administration reshapes immigration enforcement by replacing nearly half of ICE's top leaders with Border Patrol agents.
The change raises concerns about Border Patrol's history of abuses and accountability.
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As enforcement intensifies, Border Patrol deployment beyond the U.S. border signals an escalation.

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Judge Limits Force

Judge Sara Ellis, a federal judge in Chicago, restricted immigration agents' use of force during protests.
Ellis found Border Patrol Commander Greg Bovino lied about being attacked before deploying tear gas.
The ruling prohibits anti-riot weapons unless there is imminent harm and protects journalists' rights.
DHS plans to appeal the injunction, arguing agents acted in self-defense against violent protesters.

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