
(TheProudRepublic.com) – The Chicago Police Department (CPD) has sparked both controversy and outrage for defying President Donald Trump’s efforts to secure the nation and protect Americans.
Specifically, CPD has rejected proposals to cooperate with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) for migrant deportations.
This decision allegedly lies on CPD’s focus on local law enforcement over federal immigration roles, igniting concerns about community trust and public safety.
As an anti-Trump liberal stronghold, Chicago’s stance cries out a tale of clashing priorities.
Chicago’s City Council decisively voted 39-11 against the proposal that would have allowed local law enforcement to collaborate with ICE to arrest illegal aliens with criminal records.
The amendment would have revised the Welcoming City Ordinance, which currently bans local police from enforcing federal immigration laws.
This decision highlights Chicago’s alarming commitment to shielding illegal aliens from deportation, reinforcing the city’s reputation as a sanctuary.
Spearheaded by Aldermen Ray Lopez and Silvana Tabares, the rejected proposal would have specifically targeted illegals involved in gang activities, drug offenses and sexual crimes against minors.
Still, the proposal faced backlash for possible violations of the Illinois TRUST Act and the risk of racial profiling.
Critics argue such changes could undermine due process and create distrust among immigrant communities, potentially discouraging crime reporting.
Chicago’s status as a “welcoming city” traces back to the 2017 Illinois Trust Act, which restricts police cooperation with federal immigration enforcement.
Mayor Brandon Johnson’s guidelines further clarify city officials’ roles during ICE interactions, emphasizing they should not comply with federal entry to private areas.
The CPD remains firm in its decision to prioritize illegals while leaving Americans to fend for themselves.
A recent CPD statement read, “To be clear, the Chicago Police Department will not assist or intervene in civil immigration enforcement in accordance with the City of Chicago Municipal Code.”
Meanwhile, Chicago residents are increasingly concerned about migrant surges and rising crime rates.
The city has witnessed the arrival of over 20,000 illegals since August 2022, with shelter costing taxpayers a staggering $574.5 million.
While officials insist on maintaining sanctuary policies, this financial burden and its implications on public resources sparked discontent among locals.
Although Aldermen Lopez and Tabares argue their proposal targets “only a small number of individuals who choose to commit crimes,” the potential for legal liabilities looms large.
Advocates of stricter enforcement face the complex challenge of aligning with federal efforts, like the Laken Riley Act, without breaching state laws.
Lopez addressed the council with strong words:
“Yes, changing the Welcoming City Ordinance will test our protections of undocumented individuals by finally recognizing in the law a difference in welcome for those that choose a path of dangerous, criminal behavior versus those individuals that otherwise follow the law once they are in our city. Ask yourself this: Who are aldermen really trying to protect?”
While fears of deportation loom large after Trump retook the White House, the conversation around managing illegals’ needs over Americans’ in a resource-strained city continues.
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