Lawmaker Representative Underwood Expresses Worry and Unease over ICE Actions in Illinois
The Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) surge in the Chicagoland area, which began on September 6, shows no signs of abating. According to reports, nearly 300 individuals have been taken into custody by ICE since then, with the detained individuals being processed and transferred to detention centers in Indiana and Wisconsin.
Congresswoman Carrie Underwood, a ranking member of the Homeland Security Subcommittee on Appropriations, has expressed her concern and alarm regarding ICE's conduct and operations in Illinois. She was briefed by leaders at ICE this week but was not provided with any public safety or other data to justify increased operations in the state.
Underwood has taken a proactive stance to help those affected by the surge. She is offering free assistance to anyone in her district needing help with ICE. Her office is available for assistance to anyone dealing with ICE-related issues.
Underwood's call for assistance is aimed at helping people in her district navigate the ICE process. She encourages family members of detained individuals to contact her or other lawmakers if they're having trouble getting in touch with their loved ones.
The surge in ICE operations in Illinois does not have a clearly defined end date. No metrics were provided by ICE to determine when the surge will end. This lack of clarity has added to the concerns surrounding the surge.
The detained individuals are being held in detention centers outside of Illinois. This means that families and loved ones may face difficulties in visiting or communicating with their detained relatives.
The Trump administration has not provided any guidance indicating otherwise, suggesting that the ICE surge will continue. This development has led to significant concern and worry among many in Illinois. As the situation continues to unfold, Underwood and other lawmakers will likely continue to advocate for transparency and fair treatment of those affected by ICE operations.
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