Chilling ICE RAIDS Not Exactly Cool

🚨 ICE Agents Clash with Protesters Outside Chicago Detention Facility

Incident Overview

Date: September 19, 2025

Location: ICE Detention Facility, Broadview, Illinois

Context: Protests against "Operation Midway Blitz" immigration raids

What Happened

  • Federal Response: ICE agents deployed tear gas and pepper balls against demonstrators
  • Physical Force: Protesters, including congressional candidates, were body-slammed and thrown to the ground
  • Injuries Reported: Democratic candidate Kat Abughazaleh sustained hand injuries and large bruises after being thrown down
  • ICE Statement: "Actions were necessary to maintain order" - denies excessive force

🚨 Kat Abughazaleh's Account

"Heavily armed agents lifted me off the ground and threw me down. I have injuries to my hand and large bruises along my right side."

- Kat Abughazaleh, Democratic Congressional Candidate

Watch her footage on X

Background Context

Since early September, "Operation Midway Blitz" has targeted immigrants in Chicago-area communities. While ICE claims operations focus on individuals with criminal convictions, activists report many detainees are longtime residents with no criminal records.

Operation Facts

  • Duration: Ongoing since early September 2025
  • Target: Chicago suburbs immigration enforcement
  • Protests: Weekly demonstrations planned

📖 Sources & Further Reading

Real-time updates: Search #BroadviewProtest on X

Stay Informed

Weekly protests continue outside the Broadview facility. Follow local Chicago news and #ICEWatch for ongoing developments.

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