But despite Trump’s order to send illegal immigrants back to their countries, Chicago officials took a vow of their own to not comply.
The Chicago Police Department has stated it has no plan to carry out President Donald Trump's order to arrest and deport illegal immigrants.
The statement was issued on Monday, a day after Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson doubled down on his vow to oppose Trump’s sweeping reform.
Recall that Trump had vowed to impose sweeping border security policies across the country.
Trump, who made his return to the White House on Monday, had also issued an executive order in that regard.
But despite Trump’s order to send illegal immigrants back to their countries, Chicago officials took a vow of their own to not comply.
Chicago police said the department does not document immigration status, nor does it share the immigration status of individuals with federal authorities.
“To be clear, the Chicago Police Department will not assist or intervene in civil immigration enforcement in accordance with the City of Chicago Municipal Code,” the police department’s statement read.
“As always, we will continue to enforce the law if a crime occurs, regardless of the citizenship status of those involved.”