Chicago mayor orders police to investigate alleged illegal ICE activity in city

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 3 min read 100% complete by Edward HelmoreFebruary 1, 2026 at 12:40 AM

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Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson has ordered the city's police to investigate and document alleged illegal activity by ICE agents within Chicago. The executive order, titled "ICE on Notice," establishes procedures for police to follow when witnessing or receiving reports of illegal actions by ICE agents, potentially referring evidence to city prosecutors. City officials state the measure responds to immigration operations that have allegedly violated rights and destabilized communities. The order allows Chicago police to preserve body-camera footage, identify federal supervisory officers, and report violations of state or local law. This move comes as concerns mount that ICE operations could increase in Chicago as operations wind down in Minneapolis. Johnson previously signed an executive order in October designating city-owned properties as "ICE-free" zones.

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Customs and Border Protection (CBP) 40% Minnesota 50% Minneapolis 50% Trump administration 60% Cook County 60% Chicago Police Department ×280% Brandon Johnson ×390% Chicago ×795% Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) ×7100%

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ice 100% chicago 80% immigration enforcement 80% local jurisdiction 70% federal authority 70% police investigation 60% executive order 60% brandon johnson 50% constitutional rights 50% ice-free zones 40%