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Federal Agents Accused of Pepper-Spraying Father and Toddler

11/11/2025

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Veraza's Pepper-Spray Incident

Rafael Veraza says federal agents pepper-sprayed him and his 1-year-old daughter Arianna in a Sam's Club parking lot near Chicago.
Veraza says asthma made breathing difficult and his daughter could not open her eyes.
The incident occurred as Border Patrol faced protests and violence.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson condemned the actions, citing a federal court finding questioning credibility.
Rep. Jesús "Chuy" García (D-Ill.) criticized federal tactics as a "campaign of terror".

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Federal Agents Confront Protesters

During an immigration enforcement operation in Chicago, federal agents faced gunfire and accusations of excessive force.
A driver in a black Jeep shot at Border Patrol agents, prompting flash-bang grenades against protesters.
Community leaders, including Rep. Jesús "Chuy" García, labeled the raids "state-sponsored terrorism."
A federal judge recently ruled against the use of excessive force by federal agents, escalating tensions in the area.

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Veraza's Pepper-Spray Incident

Rafael Veraza says federal agents pepper-sprayed him and his 1-year-old daughter Arianna in a Sam's Club parking lot near Chicago.
Veraza says asthma made breathing difficult and his daughter could not open her eyes.
The incident occurred as Border Patrol faced protests and violence.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson condemned the actions, citing a federal court finding questioning credibility.
Rep. Jesús "Chuy" García (D-Ill.) criticized federal tactics as a "campaign of terror".

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