Chicago as the Starting Point
The Trump administration intends to launch a significant immigration raid in , starting the day after his inauguration, with ICE deploying 100 to 200 officers for the operation.
, Trump's border czar, emphasized Chicago as the initial target, threatening prosecution against the city's mayor if he obstructs the operation.
Nationwide Enforcement Strategy
The raids aim to intensify immigration enforcement across the U.S., targeting unauthorized immigrants, especially those with criminal backgrounds, and challenging "sanctuary" cities.
Trump plans to mobilize all government agencies to aid in deportations, reversing Biden-era policies that limited ICE's focus, and targeting cities like New York and alongside Chicago.