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Chicago declares 'ICE Free Zones' amid clashes over raids

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Leaders in the U.S. state of Illinois are taking President Donald Trump to court, looking to stop the deployment of hundreds of National Guard troops to the streets of Chicago. The White House argues that soldiers are needed to prevent so-called lawlessness.

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  • Chicago's mayor signed an order creating 'ICE free zones' to block ICE agents from using city property for raids. 32s
  • The city and Illinois governor filed a lawsuit to prevent the deployment of National Guard troops to Chicago. 44s
  • Federal agents have been accused of using force during raids, including shootings and arrests of local officials. 1m 2s
  • Residents and protesters report the use of pepper balls and rubber bullets by ICE agents during confrontations. 1m 23s
  • Similar legal actions against federal troop deployments have occurred in other states, such as Oregon. 2m 8s
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