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Chicago's Lunar New Year: Unity Amid Immigration Concerns

2/10/2026

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Homan Warns Immigration

Tom Homan, the border official under President Donald Trump, warned the immigration crackdown could erode public support.
He emphasized prioritizing the deportation of criminal immigrants to maintain faith in government actions.
Lunar New Year celebrations in Chicago highlight community resilience amid ongoing immigration operations.
Local leaders including Mayor Brandon Johnson stress unity and pride despite fears of federal enforcement.
The celebrations begin February 17 with a parade on March 1.

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Trump's Detention Policy

U.S. President Donald Trump and the administration's shift to mandatory detention have overwhelmed federal judges with habeas corpus petitions from detained immigrants.
Judges in Georgia and Minnesota have expressed concern over the lack of bond hearings for detainees.
A federal appeals court recently upheld the administration's detention policy.
The Department of Homeland Security says it is prepared to handle the challenges.
Immigration attorneys say the administration is defying court orders.

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Homan Warns Immigration

Tom Homan, the border official under President Donald Trump, warned the immigration crackdown could erode public support.
He emphasized prioritizing the deportation of criminal immigrants to maintain faith in government actions.
Lunar New Year celebrations in Chicago highlight community resilience amid ongoing immigration operations.
Local leaders including Mayor Brandon Johnson stress unity and pride despite fears of federal enforcement.
The celebrations begin February 17 with a parade on March 1.

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