The Department of Homeland Security, under President Trump's directive, has officially launched Operation Midway Blitz, which aims to capture high-profile fugitives who are being protected by Chicago's Democratic laws.
The offensive is dedicated to the memory of Katie Abraham, a young woman who died in a traffic accident caused by an illegal immigrant, who then fled the scene. ICE agents, who have been quietly preparing in the city for more than a week, are now arresting undocumented individuals with criminal records.
Trump clarified on Monday that ICE raids are currently limited to enforcing immigration law and not to a militarization of the city, the head of state emphasized that the White House remains open to sending federal reinforcements to the urban center, but is waiting for a formal request from municipal leaders.
