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Chicago Attorneys Drop Immigration Lawsuit Amid Reduced Enforcement

12/3/2025

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Chicago attorneys withdrew a lawsuit against federal immigration agents, citing a significant reduction in agents' presence since U.S. President Donald Trump’s Operation Midway Blitz.
Judge Sara L. Ellis ruled that federal officials misrepresented their tactics and restricted the use of force.
A three-judge appellate panel later blocked these restrictions, citing separation of powers.
The plaintiffs say there is no need for further legal action due to diminished federal enforcement in Chicago.

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Chicago attorneys withdrew a lawsuit against federal immigration agents, citing a significant reduction in agents' presence since U.S. President Donald Trump’s Operation Midway Blitz.
Judge Sara L. Ellis ruled that federal officials misrepresented their tactics and restricted the use of force.
A three-judge appellate panel later blocked these restrictions, citing separation of powers.
The plaintiffs say there is no need for further legal action due to diminished federal enforcement in Chicago.