Chicago police refused to turn over 92% of illegal immigrants to ICE under Trump

Published August 8, 2025 12:38pm ET



Federal agency U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement has seen abysmal cooperation from Chicago police who have refused to turn over 92% of illegal immigrants in law enforcement custody due to its “sanctuary city” policy since President Donald Trump took office, according to the Department of Homeland Security.

DHS Secretary Kristi Noem announced on Friday that Chicago’s refusal to let police work with ICE has led to virtually all illegal immigrants being released onto the streets after being arrested by local police for offenses in the community.

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