ILLCCHICAGO — The Illinois Legislative Latino Caucus released the following statement regarding ICE activity in Chicagoland:  

“The federal administration’s decision to ramp up ICE activity in the Chicago area is divisive and appears to be a pretext for potentially deploying the National Guard. Our message remains clear: neither is welcome here.

“The timing of these actions is particularly troubling, as Latino families across Illinois celebrate the independence of several nations during September in addition to Hispanic heritage month. This calculated strategy targeting our community reflects a disturbing pattern by this administration — using the guise of law enforcement to justify harmful actions.

“The Latino Caucus is closely monitoring ICE activity across the region. We remind everyone that under the Illinois TRUST Act, local law enforcement agencies are prohibited from detaining a person solely based on their immigration status without a valid judicial warrant. We also remind all Illinois residents that they have rights, regardless of their immigration status.”

Stay informed and empowered by following trusted local organizations like the Illinois Coalition for Immigrant and Refugee Rights (ICIRR) and The Resurrection Project on social media for the latest updates and resources.

If you or a loved one is concerned about potential federal agency enforcement actions, please review the resources below:

  1. Create a Family Safety Plan: Make sure your family has an emergency plan, and print out the “Know Your Rights” card. You find bilingual templates for these resources at trpimmigrantjustice.org/resourcehub#KYR
  2. Connect with the ICIRR Family Support Network: Visit www.icirr.org/fsn  or call the Family Support Hotline: 1-855-HELP-MY-FAMILY (1-855-435-7693)
    Languages available: English, Spanish, Korean, Polish

Hotline Call Options:

  1. Report TRUST Act violations
  2. Report ICE activity or get support locating someone in ICE custody
  3. Connect with an immigration attorney
  4. Get information about Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA)
  5. Access health care resources for immigrants and refugees
  6. Learn about public charge updates
  7. Get help with workplace rights, issues or safety for immigrants