Chicago Mayor Johnson Declares ICE Resistance Amidst Civil Unrest Claims

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson has signed an executive order establishing "ICE-free zones" in the city, aiming to limit federal immigration enforcement actions on city property and reaffirm Chicago as a welcoming city. Johnson framed this as a defense of civil liberties and due process against federal immigration enforcement, which he described as a form of intimidation and excessive force. The mayor controversially claimed that President Trump and conservative Americans desire "a rematch of the Civil War," accusing the President of declaring war on Chicago and the nation. Critics argue that Johnson's rhetoric is inflammatory and part of a broader Democratic strategy to resist federal immigration enforcement, likening it to a modern-day civil war over illegal immigration and sanctuary policies. Supporters see Johnson's stance as protecting residents' rights and safety, while opponents view it as fomenting division and undermining federal law enforcement authority. The situation highlights deep political polarization over immigration and law enforcement in Chicago and across the United States.