U.S. authorities launch an operation targeting immigrants residing in Chicago.
The U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has announced "Operation Midway Blitz," a new initiative aimed at targeting "criminal illegal aliens" in Chicago. Led by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS), the operation is part of a broader crackdown on undocumented immigrants with criminal records in the Democratic-run city.
However, the city administration, led by Mayor Brandon Johnson, was not informed about enhanced measures regarding migration by the U.S. government. This omission has sparked concerns and accusations of heavy-handedness from Illinois' Democratic Governor JB Pritzker.
Governor Pritzker has stated that the Trump administration's action is not about fighting crime, but rather about causing fear among Illinois residents. The city administration continues to reject a militarized approach without proper procedure.
The post announcing Operation Midway Blitz was shared on the Truth Social platform by former President Trump. The graphic accompanying the post depicted the skyline of Chicago and included the quote, "I love the smell of deportations in the morning," a reference to potential deportations under the operation.
Trump has hinted at a possible military deployment in Chicago, suggesting that the U.S. Department of Defense should be renamed the War Department. This proposal, along with the AI-generated graphic resembling the film "Apocalypse Now," has fueled further concerns about the operation's methods and intentions.
It's important to note that ICE is known for raids involving masked agents. However, details about how Operation Midway Blitz will be carried out were not provided by the ministry.
Controversies surrounding ICE's operations have included instances in the past where agents have detained and deported U.S. citizens, violating their human rights. These incidents have raised questions about the agency's accountability and the fairness of its operations.
As the situation develops, the city of Chicago and the state of Illinois continue to call for transparency and adherence to due process in the implementation of Operation Midway Blitz.
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