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Chicago Raid on Squatters Sparks Controversy and Investigations

2/6/2026

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Story summary

Arrest records show the Chicago raid targeted squatters, not Tren de Aragua, contradicting the administration of U.S. President Donald Trump.
DHS conducted the raid with the property owner's consent.
Critics, including attorney Mark Fleming, say the operation violated a 2022 consent decree.
State officials are investigating housing-discrimination claims against the property management for allegedly using federal agents to evict tenants.

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Story summary

Arrest records show the Chicago raid targeted squatters, not Tren de Aragua, contradicting the administration of U.S. President Donald Trump.
DHS conducted the raid with the property owner's consent.
Critics, including attorney Mark Fleming, say the operation violated a 2022 consent decree.
State officials are investigating housing-discrimination claims against the property management for allegedly using federal agents to evict tenants.