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Judge Bans Riot Weapons Against Journalists, Criticizes CBP

11/13/2025

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U.S. District Judge Sara Ellis ordered federal agents to refrain from using riot control weapons against journalists and demonstrators without prior warnings, except in immediate threats.
She criticized Customs and Border Protection Commander Greg Bovino for misleading statements about his actions during protests in Chicago.
Bovino is to leave the city with the Department of Homeland Security maintaining a presence.
Local leaders welcomed his departure.

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U.S. District Judge Sara Ellis ordered federal agents to refrain from using riot control weapons against journalists and demonstrators without prior warnings, except in immediate threats.
She criticized Customs and Border Protection Commander Greg Bovino for misleading statements about his actions during protests in Chicago.
Bovino is to leave the city with the Department of Homeland Security maintaining a presence.
Local leaders welcomed his departure.