Judge Sara Ellis has issued an order restricting federal agents from employing riot control weapons, physical force, or striking individuals with vehicles. The directive, targeting agents from the Department of Homeland Security, including ICE and Border Patrol, comes in response to multiple incidents of alleged brutality. These incidents include the unprovoked shooting of a CBS News Chicago reporter and a Reverend with pepper balls, along with other instances of excessive force and unwarranted arrests. The complaint, filed by local media organizations, detailed the use of excessive force, intimidation tactics, and targeting of journalists and civilians.
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A woman was shot by federal agents in Chicago after allegedly ramming a Customs and Border Protection (CBP) vehicle, with her attorney claiming body-camera footage shows an officer saying, “Do something, bitch,” before opening fire. The government alleges that the woman and another individual were part of a convoy that boxed in the CBP vehicle before the shooting. Both individuals were charged with assaulting a federal officer but were later released pending trial, with conflicting accounts emerging regarding the events. Federal officials claim the woman was armed and had previously published agents’ information online, while the defense disputes the government’s portrayal of the incident, citing the body cam footage.
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Federal agents conducted a large-scale immigration raid at a South Shore apartment building, leading to the arrest of 37 individuals. Residents reported that agents used excessive force, breaking down doors and detaining both citizens and non-citizens, some of whom were brought out without clothing. Authorities stated that the operation targeted individuals involved in drug trafficking, weapons crimes, and immigration violations, though no evidence was provided to support the claim that those arrested were members of the Tren de Aragua gang, as alleged. The raid has left residents traumatized and uncertain about their future, with some reporting missing belongings and concerns about potential displacement.
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Video footage captured a concerning incident at a New York City immigration court where masked ICE agents reportedly grabbed and shoved journalists. One reporter from amNewYork was grabbed, while another photographer was shoved to the ground, resulting in injuries to a freelance photographer who was transported on a stretcher. The incident occurred while the journalists were documenting an arrest of an immigrant from Peru, leading to condemnation from immigration groups and Democratic politicians, who are calling for accountability and the removal of ICE agents from immigration courts. The Department of Homeland Security has responded by citing safety concerns for officers and blaming agitators.
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ICE officer “relieved of current duties” after a violent confrontation caught on camera – this situation, it’s a minefield of implications, isn’t it? “Relieved of current duties” – what does that even mean in practice? Well, it certainly doesn’t sound like a firing. It’s more like a temporary reassignment, a bureaucratic shuffle to calm things down. This is not the outcome for someone who, by all accounts, committed assault. It’s a tactic to protect the image of the agency, not to address the actual behavior. The real takeaway? He is not fired and could easily be given another role within the same organization.… Continue reading
Federal agents conducted an operation in an industrial park, drawing significant attention from news outlets, elected officials, and protestors. Rickey Hendon Jr., an activist, described the facility as having poor conditions, including individuals allegedly forced to stay for extended periods. Agents deployed tear gas and targeted protestors directly, resulting in injuries. One protestor, dressed as Captain America, was among the three individuals apprehended during the demonstration.
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In San Bernardino, California, a family experienced a harrowing encounter when masked federal agents surrounded their truck and demanded they exit the vehicle. After the family requested identification, which the agents refused, the agents began smashing the car’s windows. The father then attempted to flee, prompting the agents to open fire. Despite a Department of Homeland Security spokesperson claiming the suspect drove at officers, the family stated the agents provided no identification or warrants, leading to the father and family’s fear of their lives.
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Louisiana authorities have agreed to a $9 million settlement with Clifton “Scotty” Dilley after a state trooper shot him in the back during a 2018 traffic stop, resulting in paralysis. The trooper, Kasha Domingue, initially falsely reported the incident as a Taser discharge and was later fired after an investigation revealed the shooting was unjustified. Domingue’s shifting explanations for the shooting were contradicted by surveillance video, and she eventually pleaded guilty to obstruction of justice. The settlement highlights the state police’s history of excessive force, as well as red flags in Domingue’s training.
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Federal agents arrested a Delta pilot on child pornography charges aboard Delta Flight 2809 shortly after landing in San Francisco, causing shock and distress among passengers. The arrest, involving multiple agencies including the Department of Homeland Security, occurred around 9:35 p.m. local time on Saturday after the flight from Minneapolis was delayed due to fog. Witnesses described officers storming the cockpit and leading the pilot off the plane after he was arrested. The pilot’s identity has not been released to the public.
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On May 2, 2025, a routine traffic stop involving teenager Kenny Laynez-Ambrosio and his family turned violent after Florida Highway Patrol officers called in U.S. Border Patrol agents. Video footage captured by Laynez-Ambrosio, a U.S. citizen, allegedly shows officers using excessive force, including a stun gun and chokehold, while detaining three men, two of whom are undocumented. The footage reveals officers seemingly celebrating the arrests and joking about bonuses. This incident raises concerns about the aggressive tactics used by law enforcement, particularly in light of federal quotas for immigrant arrests and an agreement between Florida and the Department of Homeland Security which allows for state troopers to arrest and detain immigrants.
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