LIVE BLOG: Protesters Rally Against ICE in Downtown Chicago

With Trump protests roiling Los Angeles, Chicago leaders continue tough stance – Chicago Tribune/Yahoo

“This is a necessary fight for all of us to be able to push back,” Mayor Brandon Johnson said. “Whether we use the courts or whether we continue to protest or raise our voices, dissent matters in this moment. ... I am counting on all of Chicago to resist in this moment. Because whatever particular vulnerable group is targeted today, another group will be next."

Thousands gather to protest ICE raids in Chicago, Los Angeles - IPM Newsroom

Illinois Newsroom - At least two protests against recent ICE arrests will hit Chicago’s streets Tuesday, the latest in a string of demonstrations in support of immigrant communities in the city. The post Thousands gather to protest ICE raids in Chicago, Los Angeles appeared first on IPM Newsroom.

Make It Make Sense: Chicago fights ICE kidnappings

Chicago fights ICE kidnappings Protesters, community members, and elected officials confronted federal immigration agents in the South Loop on Wednesday, June 4, to oppose the detention of at least ten immigrants.  Demonstrators and press convened on 2245 S. Michigan, the site of an Intensive Supervision Appearance Program (ISAP) facility for Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). […] The post Chicago fights ICE kidnappings appeared first on…

Chicago and LA Demonstrators Rally to Protest Against ICE Raids

Demonstrators in Chicago and LA gather on June 10 to protest against ICE raids and the federal government’s immigration enforcement. SCHEDULE: 7:08 ET – Protest in Chicago 8:50 ET – Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass holds a media conference at the Emergency Operations Center. 9:18 ET – Protest in Chicago 9:35 ET – California Gov. Gavin Newsom addresses California 9:55 ET – A prayer vigil is held in downtown Los Angeles, calling for peace and solidari…

Chicago ICE Protests: Hundreds gather in Federal Plaza

Hundreds of immigration protesters were taking to the streets on Tuesday in downtown Chicago against the Trump administration's immigration enforcement across the country.

LIVE BLOG: Protesters rally against ICE in downtown Chicago

7:34 p.m. The CTA has temporarily suspended bus services in the Loop due to anti-ICE protests/marches. No buses are running from North Avenue and Roosevelt Road, and Clinton Street to the Lake Front, according to the CTA. Officials added some buses may experience major delays from congestion as routes approach the Loop area and return back in the other direction. The CTA suggests customers utilize the 'L' trains if possible as an alternative. …