- Operation Midway Blitz refers to a heightened federal initiative focusing on immigration enforcement activities in the Chicago area.
- As part of this operation, the Border Patrol has increased its deployment of agents in Chicago, despite resistance and opposition from local officials who disapprove of federal immigration raids.
- In recent actions, agents have resorted to using pepper balls in immigrant communities, raising concerns and tensions regarding the safety and treatment of residents.
- The return of the Border Patrol leader to Chicago signals a significant step in the federal strategy to intensify immigration enforcement in the city.
- Local authorities and community leaders are likely reacting strongly against the use of such measures, citing worries about the impacts on community trust and safety.
Source: https://www.foxnews.com/politics/border-patrol-commander-returns-chicago-agents-deploy-pepper-balls-immigrant-neighborhood)
