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Pritzker Calls for Criminal Investigations into ICE Agents Over Allegations of Abusive Conduct

Illinois Democratic Gov. JB Pritzker is calling for criminal investigations into ICE agents over their conduct during Operation Midway Blitz, a series of raids targeting undocumented immigrants. The governor's request comes after a report revealed the agency's tactics may have been inhumane and excessive.

Illinois Governor JB Pritzker is calling for criminal investigations into ICE agents over their conduct during Operation Midway Blitz, which he described as 'appalling' and 'not in line with public trust'. The operation involved the arrest of hundreds of undocumented immigrants and local activists in an early morning raid. Pritzker's request comes after a report revealed that some immigration enforcement agents were using excessive force on detainees, including punching and kicking them.

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