Immigration Enforcement in Chicago's Landscape

This chapter explores the legal and political challenges surrounding the deployment of immigration authorities in Chicago, emphasizing the city's struggle against federal enforcement actions. It raises concerns about racial profiling and the militarization of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations while discussing the implications for local communities. The dialogue also critiques the conflation of crime and immigration, advocating for a nuanced approach to policy that protects long-term residents and upholds civil liberties.