Breaking News: Immigration Raids Sweep Chicago Over Halloween Weekend
Federal agents have launched a massive immigration enforcement operation in and around Chicago, resulting in a wave of arrests and violence over the Halloween weekend. At least one person has been injured in the clashes.
According to eyewitnesses, immigration agents have been conducting raids in residential areas, sparking confrontations with local residents. A young man was seen confronting federal agents after they arrested a worker at a home in his Edison Park neighborhood on Friday.
The operation, dubbed "Operation Midway Blitz," has been met with criticism from local authorities, including Democratic Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker, who called for a pause in the raids over the weekend. However, the governor's request was ignored by federal agents.
The heightened immigration enforcement actions have led to a noticeable decline in Halloween and Day of the Dead celebrations, with at least one parade canceled. Residents in largely Latino neighborhoods report feeling increasingly fearful, with one resident stating, "The fear has been more palpable with each passing day."
The situation remains volatile, with reports of ongoing clashes between immigration agents and local residents. The Chicago Police Department has been deployed to the areas affected by the raids.
This is a developing story, and we will provide updates as more information becomes available.
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