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Border Patrol Stays in Chicago Amid Controversy and Threats

12/31/2025

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Border Patrol Commander Gregory Bovino said agents will stay in Chicago for years to combat crime.
Lori Lightfoot, the former Mayor of Chicago, criticized Bovino's actions as unconstitutional.
Current Mayor Brandon Johnson supports naming a snow plow 'Abolish ICE,' which Bovino mocked.
The administration of U.S. President Donald Trump has allowed Border Patrol to deploy nationwide, including Chicago.
Threats against ICE employees have emerged, prompting increased security measures.

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Border Patrol Commander Gregory Bovino said agents will stay in Chicago for years to combat crime.
Lori Lightfoot, the former Mayor of Chicago, criticized Bovino's actions as unconstitutional.
Current Mayor Brandon Johnson supports naming a snow plow 'Abolish ICE,' which Bovino mocked.
The administration of U.S. President Donald Trump has allowed Border Patrol to deploy nationwide, including Chicago.
Threats against ICE employees have emerged, prompting increased security measures.