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Trump Replaces Controversial Chicago Leader Amid Operation Backlash

2/4/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump reassigned Gregory Bovino after he resisted directives and led sweeps in Chicago.
Leaked emails reveal Bovino's push for 'Operation Midway Blitz' and its 1,600 arrests and two fatal shootings.
President Trump appointed Tom Homan to oversee Minnesota operations.
Homan and CBP Commissioner Rodney Scott now advocate a targeted approach, distancing themselves from Bovino's controversial methods.

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U.S. President Donald Trump reassigned Gregory Bovino after he resisted directives and led sweeps in Chicago.
Leaked emails reveal Bovino's push for 'Operation Midway Blitz' and its 1,600 arrests and two fatal shootings.
President Trump appointed Tom Homan to oversee Minnesota operations.
Homan and CBP Commissioner Rodney Scott now advocate a targeted approach, distancing themselves from Bovino's controversial methods.