ICE Arrests Immigrants Outside Chicago Courthouse, Sparking Outrage

On June 5th, 2025, at least 20 immigrants were arrested by ICE agents in Chicago outside an immigration office. The arrests occurred as the immigrants were attending a court date. Cinthia Fernández, a lawyer representing one of the detainees, described the situation: "At 12:30 pm, they called her and told her to come in. I asked the ICE officer if I could go in with her, as is my right as her lawyer, but they said no." The video shows chaotic scenes of the arrests, with family members and activists protesting. Carlos, a friend of one of the detainees, expressed his frustration: "It feels wrong that they are monitoring him, that they have so many people monitoring him. To surprise him like that, I don't think taking people from their families and their lives that are trying to improve is fair." ICE later confirmed in a statement that those arrested had outstanding deportation orders. This event highlights the ongoing tensions surrounding immigration policies and enforcement in the United States. The incident has sparked a public debate on the treatment of immigrants and due process rights.