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ICE Interrogates Indian-Origin US Citizen Amid Trump’s Deportation Push
An Indian-origin man, a U.S. citizen, was interrogated by ICE agents while working for the Illinois Department of Transportation, amidst Donald Trumps intensified deportation efforts.
- While working on a construction project near Park Ridge, Illinois, an Indian-origin man was approached by three masked U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents questioning his immigration status.
- The incident has raised concerns about potential racial profiling in light of Donald Trumps ongoing push for stricter immigration enforcement across the United States.
- Illinois Governor J. B. Pritzker expressed outrage over the incident, emphasizing the importance of protecting the rights of all residents, including those holding the Citizenship of the United States.
Why It Matters
This event underscores the tensions surrounding immigration policy under the Trump administration, highlighting fears of racial profiling and the implications for communities and workers across the United States, particularly in states like Illinois.