Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has initiated a large-scale operation in Chicago targeting undocumented immigrants, sparking controversy.

The operation aims to detain individuals with criminal records, but critics argue it risks sweeping up non-criminal residents as well.

Chicago’s mayor and Illinois’ governor have publicly opposed the move, citing concerns about community trust and safety.

Local advocacy groups are organizing protests, claiming the operation could destabilize immigrant communities.

As reported by NBC News, ICE defends the action as necessary for public safety, while tensions with local leadership escalate.