Trump deploys ICE tactical teams in Chicago amid rising tensions

In the United States, President Trump announced plans to deploy Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) tactical teams to several Democratic-led cities, including Chicago and Philadelphia, amidst nationwide tensions over immigration enforcement. The deployment was confirmed by city officials, with reports indicating that the tactical teams had received a 48-hour notice to prepare for deployment. This decision follows significant protests in Los Angeles, where the use of similar tactics led to widespread civil unrest after multiple arrests of undocumented immigrants. In response to the looming deployment in Chicago, local officials and community leaders have organized protests calling for the tactical units to stand down, emphasizing the need to protect immigrant rights and uphold democratic values. Mayor Brandon Johnson expressed collaboration with state and county officials to address the situation and urged the community to stand firm to protect democracy. Moreover, immigration advocates passionately rallied against ICE's presence in the city, highlighting the emotional and societal impacts these raids could have on local immigrant communities. Tensions continue to rise as both Philadelphia and Chicago prepare for expected protests, with local officials stressing the importance of maintaining peaceful demonstrations while ensuring constitutional rights are upheld.