Border Patrol Chief Gregory Bovino Faces Court Over Chicago Immigration Crackdown
Chicago is in the spotlight as nearly 3,000 arrests have been made in a recent immigration crackdown led by ICE. Border Patrol Chief Gregory Bovino is expected to testify in federal court regarding the conduct of his agents, who have been accused of using tear gas on peaceful protestors and violating court orders. As tensions mount, questions arise about the use of force and the appropriateness of federal agents’ tactics. Videos have surfaced raising concerns about whether federal agents violated use of force policies, with reports of aggressive actions, including threats against US citizens. The courtroom hearings aim to address these serious accusations as Bovino faces increased scrutiny over the immigration enforcement measures in Chicago.
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