Chicago mayor orders police to investigate alleged illegal ICE activity in city
Jan 31, 2026
Brandon Johnson gives police ‘clear procedure’ to follow if they witness or get reports of agents involved in illegal activityChicago’s mayor Brandon Johnson has ordered Chicago police to investigate and document alleged illegal activity by federal immigration (ICE) agents in the city, a move
that will escalate tensions over jurisdiction between local and federal authorities.The executive order, titled ICE on Notice, gives Chicago police “clear procedure” to follow if they witness or receive reports of ICE agents involved in illegal activity and refer evidence of potential violations to city prosecutors. Continue reading... ...read more read less