The Trump administration has called the protesters "rioters", accusing them of inciting violence. On Saturday afternoon, Ice posted on X: "Rioters will not deter Ice from its law enforcement mission. All those assaulting or obstructing will be held accountable. Full stop." In another post on Sunday morning, the US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) said 11 people were arrested outside the Ice facility – and that officials had confiscated two guns during the arrests.
In response, the Illinois governor, JB Pritzker, decried the force used by federal officials at the site. He also called on protesters and bystanders to "document what you see with your phones and cameras". "The suggestion that chemical agents like tear gas or pepper spray could be used indiscriminately against peaceful demonstrators, or even first responders, is unacceptable and not normal," Pritzker posted on X.
"By observing and recording peacefully, we can ensure that any violations of the law are brought to light and those responsible are held accountable."…
https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/sep/28/dick-durbin-illinois-ice-immigration-meeting
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