Parent Detained by Immigration Agents During Chicago School Drop-Off

The detention occurred outside two Southwest Side charter schools, raising concerns over safety and immigration enforcement near educational institutions.

• A parent was detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) while dropping off two children at Acero Schools' Soto High School and Idar Elementary in Chicago on Wednesday morning.
• The incident follows the Trump administration's recent policy change allowing immigration enforcement at locations previously considered 'sensitive,' such as schools and churches.
• School staff implemented safety protocols, escorted the children into the school, and provided additional social work support for affected students and families.
• Community leaders and advocates expressed fear and outrage, emphasizing the trauma such actions cause for students and immigrant families in predominantly Latino neighborhoods.
• The Acero charter network continues to offer resources, including a Civil Rights Resource Hub and 'Know Your Rights' sessions, to support families and ensure community preparedness.

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