Feds Plan to Deploy 100 Troops to Illinois for ICE Agent Protection Governor Pritzker Announces
**Illinois Governor Opposes Deployment of Federal Troops Amid ICE Conflicts**
Federal Troop Deployment Sought for Illinois: What We Know
The Trump administration is reportedly considering the deployment of 100 military troops to Illinois to safeguard federal immigration agencies and infrastructure. Governor JB Pritzker announced that the Illinois National Guard was informed through a Department of Homeland Security memo sent to the Department of War to request troop deployment. According to Pritzker, this move is both unprecedented and illegal.
State and Local Officials Respond to the Deployment Plans
Illinois’ government has vehemently opposed the federal plans, citing the lack of communication from the Trump administration. State Attorney General Kwame Raoul emphasized that any attempt to deploy National Guard troops to Illinois without proper consultation would be illegal, hinting at potential legal action akin to the lawsuit Oregon has filed against the federal government.
Impact on Chicago’s Tourist Hotspots and Local Communities
The uncertainty stems amid reports of aggressive federal immigration enforcement activities in Chicago’s most popular tourist areas. Demonstrations at a suburban ICE detention center have also sometimes turned violent. Governor Pritzker claims these activities aim to create grounds for federal intervention in the state.
Increasing Tensions: Clashes and Escalation in Broadview
In Broadview, Illinois, federal agents have clashed with demonstrators, using tear gas, rubber bullets, and flash-bangs, according to local reports. ICE and federal law enforcement have been accused of overly aggressive tactics, including using force against journalists.
ICE’s Actions and Public Safety Concerns
According to Pritzker, the administration is using the protection of ICE facilities as a pretext for military action. Recent confrontations in the Chicago area, including a controversial incident in Franklin Park, have intensified the debate over federal enforcement practices.
Governor Pritzker’s Stance on Federal Intervention
Governor Pritzker and Attorney General Raoul assert they are not against federal efforts to tackle violent crime but criticize the current methods. With approximately 1,500 ICE detentions in recent weeks, they stress that 60% of those detained have no criminal record.
The controversy continues to unfold, as Illinois officials stand firm against what they see as an imprudent federal overreach. Emegypt will provide updates as the situation develops. Stay tuned for more on this evolving story.
