Texas National Guard Troops Arrive in Chicago Area Amidst Protest Clash
ELWOOD,Illinois – Texas National Guard troops have begun arriving in the Chicago area to help protect federal immigration officers from increasingly violent anti-ICE protests,despite efforts of state and local officials to block them.
Around 100 Texas National Guard soldiers were spotted outside the US Army Reserve Center in Elwood Tuesday morning, according to the Chicago Tribune, with an additional 100 set to arrive later in the day.
A Post reporter saw dozens of uniformed troops armed with rifles outside the facility Tuesday afternoon, and what appeared to be approximately 20 temporary housing units being set up at the outpost about 55 miles south of Chicago.
Workers were walking in and out of a handful of spartan white trailers that appeared to be equipped with HVAC units. Several big-rig trucks belonging to Emergency Disaster Services parked nearby appeared to be transporting them to the site.
Dale Ebert, 78, a local who came to take a peek at the flurry of activity unfolding on the quiet rural road, said the installation appeared seemingly out of nowhere.
“This is new. This was never here, it just popped up,” he told The Post.
“Why are they trying to take over the country? We are not at war,” the vietnam veteran said quizzically.
“All they’re doing is scaring the hell out of everybody.”
The Lone Star State troops are set to be deployed to locations around the city starting as early as Wednesday, a US military official told the New York Times.
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott said he “fully authorized” Trump to send the troops to Illinois as anti-ICE protests continue to rage.
Columbia Braces for More chaos as Pro-Palestinian Protests Escalate
New York,NY – Columbia University and other college campuses across the nation are bracing for further unrest as pro-Palestinian demonstrations continue to intensify,mirroring scenes of escalating tension witnessed at institutions like UCLA and USC. The protests,initially sparked by the ongoing conflict in Gaza,have increasingly led to clashes with law enforcement and accusations of antisemitism,creating a volatile atmosphere on campuses.
Recent demonstrations have seen protesters establishing encampments, blocking access to buildings, and engaging in disruptive behavior. At Columbia, the situation reached a boiling point earlier this week when university administrators called in the NYPD to clear an encampment, resulting in over 100 arrests. Images of officers confronting demonstrators have circulated widely on social media, fueling further outrage and calls for divestment from companies with ties to Israel.
“We are committed to protecting the right to free speech, but that right does not extend to disrupting the educational mission of the university or creating a hostile surroundings for our students,” stated a Columbia University spokesperson. However, protesters argue that their actions are a legitimate form of political expression and a necessary response to the humanitarian crisis unfolding in gaza.
The protests are not limited to Columbia. Similar demonstrations have erupted at universities across the country, with varying degrees of intensity. Administrators are struggling to balance the rights of protesters with the need to maintain order and ensure the safety of all students.
Concerns are mounting that the protests could escalate further, especially as graduation ceremonies approach.Law enforcement officials are preparing for potential confrontations and are working to develop strategies to manage the situation while respecting the rights of peaceful protesters. The coming days will be critical in determining whether universities can navigate this challenging period and restore a sense of calm to their campuses.
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Chicago Sues Trump Administration Over ICE Tactics
The City of Chicago and State of Illinois filed a lawsuit Monday naming Trump and top administration officials,calling the mobilization of ICE agents a scare tactic. They argue it’s an attempt to force the city to cooperate with federal immigration enforcement.
The lawsuit claims the administration is trying to punish Chicago for its “welcoming city” policies, which limit local law enforcement’s cooperation with ICE.The city believes the federal government is overstepping its authority.
“This is a clear attempt to bully the City of Chicago
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