Recent immigration enforcement operations in Chicago have escalated sharply, characterized by aggressive tactics used by ICE agents, including the use of helicopters and military-style raids. The South Shore community was particularly affected when federal agents executed a large-scale raid, leading to the arrest of dozens of immigrants, including families and children, many of whom were forcibly separated from their parents. Local residents express profound fear and anger, with some describing their homes as ransacked and chaotic after the raids. Illinois Governor JB Pritzker has initiated investigations into the treatment of children during these operations, while Congress members have shown solidarity with affected families. Critics have condemned the raids, labeling them as a reflection of Trump-era policies and calling for accountability amid growing tensions with federal agents patrolling the streets of Chicago.