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The argument from the left is that Trump wants to invoke the Insurrection Act to punish his political enemies, deploying ICE agents in Democratic cities and violating due process.
The deployment of ICE in Chicago is completely out of control, with reports of a pastor being shot in the head with a pepperball while praying. This aggressive behavior is directed at citizens, legal residents, and undocumented immigrants who are not dangerous, using riot gear, flashbang grenades, and pepper balls.
The Trump administration's immigration enforcement has led to chaotic and aggressive actions by federal agents, as seen in various incidents across the country.
Federal immigration agents have been involved in chaotic arrests, including the arrest of the Newark mayor, which was later shown to be ordered from Washington.
Christy Noam claims that her ICE agents recently picked up the girlfriend of one of the founders of Antifa. They have been so bold in making sure we're bringing those individuals to justice.
Federal agents in Chicago are seen by some as a rogue police force, accused of sweeping up U.S. citizens and not using proper policing tactics.
ICE agents wearing masks during operations is seen as a way to engage in behavior without accountability.
The Trump administration argues that federal troops are needed to protect ICE operations, but critics claim ICE is often the aggressor in escalating conflicts.
The Trump administration claims that the National Guard is needed in Chicago to support ICE agents and protect ICE facilities, as part of Operation Midway Blitz targeting illegal immigration.
The National Guard has deployed troops into Chicago to protect ICE agents amid protests following ICE raids. Operation Midway Blitz has resulted in 800 arrests, including a notable raid on September 30th in Chicago's South Shore neighborhood.