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National Lawyers Guild Chicago @nlgchicago.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
Last month, we came together with our members & supporters to celebrate another year of providing law for the people. We had a wonderful time & hope you did, too! Read about the event & view the photo gallery here: nlgchicago.org/2026/09/16/l... Donate to support our work: nlgchicago.org/donate
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National Lawyers Guild Chicago @nlgchicago.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
"It’s been one year since federal immigration agents landed in the Chicago area to launch Trump’s aggressive deportation campaign. The 2,700 people detained in those 10 weeks and then deported is nearly double the number from the first 9 months of 2025." chicago.suntimes.com/graphics/imm...
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Operation Midway Blitz by the numbers 68 days, 4,000 detained, 2,700 deported | Chicago Sun-Times
It’s been one year since federal immigration agents landed in the Chicago area to launch President Donald Trump’s aggressive deportation campaign. The 2,700 people detained in those 10 weeks and then ...
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National Lawyers Guild Chicago @nlgchicago.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
Last week, our supporters raised $37,000 to help us continue coordinating free legal representation for protesters, Legal Observers for actions, Know Your Rights Trainings, and more. We're just $3,000 away from meeting our goal. Help us get the rest of the way there: nlgchicago.org/donate
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National Lawyers Guild Chicago @nlgchicago.bsky.social · 18/08/2026
Join us for a walking tour of Humboldt Park where we will learn about Puerto Rican resistance in Chicago. Register here: bit.ly/PRwalkingtour
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Radical Histories: Exploring Puerto Rican Resistance in Chicago - Walking Tour 9/13/26
RSVP for the Radical Histories Walking Tour on 9/13/26, 2:00pm, starting at 2502 W. Division. We are so excited to have you. The tour is free and rsvp is not required but appreciated. All are welcome...
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National Lawyers Guild Chicago @nlgchicago.bsky.social · 17/08/2026
"Newly disclosed records reveal the US government extensively spied on prominent leftwing organizations and on protesters as part of a vast operation into groups opposing the immigration crackdown in Minnesota earlier this year." www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026...
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US conducted ‘mass spying campaign’ against leftwing groups and anti-ICE protesters, records reveal
DHS sent undercover agents to meetings and infiltrated chats of groups opposing Trump’s immigration crackdown
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National Lawyers Guild Chicago @nlgchicago.bsky.social · 10/08/2026
"CPD misses federal deadline for reporting use-of-force incidents" NLG board member and ACLU of IL Staff Attorney Joe DiCola was on FOX Chicago last week to discuss Chicago Police's failure to share its annual use-of-force data. Watch it here: www.fox32chicago.com/video/fmc-hc...
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CPD misses federal deadline for reporting use-of-force incidents
A federal judge set a deadline for the Chicago Police Department to release its annual use-of-force report, but the department missed it. Attorney Joe DiCola joins Good Day Chicago to explain what the...
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National Lawyers Guild Chicago @nlgchicago.bsky.social · 05/08/2026
"ICE detainee reveals video of drinking water apparently contaminated with worm-like creatures" www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026...
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ICE detainee reveals video of drinking water apparently contaminated with worm-like creatures
‘Disturbing’ footage shared by California detainee surfaces amid wider complaints about conditions in ICE detention
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National Lawyers Guild Chicago @nlgchicago.bsky.social · 11/07/2026
Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office sent out a confidential bulletin which described the "National Lawyers Guild — a left-leaning collective once villainized by Joseph McCarthy — as the “legal representative” of antifa." theintercept.com/2026/07/07/a...
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How Local Cops Are Running With Trump's NSPM-7 Attacks on Antifa
Local police accused the same legal assistance group targeted by Joseph McCarthy of being part of a vast antifa conspiracy.
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National Lawyers Guild Chicago @nlgchicago.bsky.social · 07/07/2026
Unfortunately, we had to reschedule our annual celebration due to extreme weather conditions. The good news is that there are still a few tickets left for our new date this August. Get your tickets at bit.ly/nlgc2026
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National Lawyers Guild Chicago @nlgchicago.bsky.social · 29/06/2026
"What to know about the 'Broadview Six' scandal rocking Chicago's federal courthouse" chicago.suntimes.com/crime/2026/0...
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What to know about the 'Broadview Six' scandal rocking Chicago's federal courthouse
High-profile cases are collapsing, judges want answers, and defense attorneys are calling for an investigation — and the possible prosecution — of Chicago’s top federal law enforcement official. Here'...
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National Lawyers Guild Chicago @nlgchicago.bsky.social · 17/06/2026
Past @nlg.org president Bruce Nestor was featured on Democracy Now this morning discussing the new conspiracy charges filed against anti-ICE protesters in Minnesota. www.democracynow.org/2026/6/17/15...
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“The Point Is to Spread Fear”: DOJ Charges 15 with Conspiracy for Anti-ICE Protests in Minnesota
Federal prosecutors in Minnesota have announced criminal charges against 15 people in connection with anti-ICE protests in the Twin Cities. The defendants are accused of “conspiracy to impede or injur...
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National Lawyers Guild Chicago @nlgchicago.bsky.social · 16/06/2026
Longtime NLG Chicago member Flint Taylor has a new book out! He'll be sat Haymarket House this Thursday discussing it. Register here: www.haymarketbooks.org/events/813-t...
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The Conviction Machine: Prosecutors, Politicians, and Police Violence in Chicago
Join Flint Taylor and Martha Biondi in a discussion about Flint Taylor’s latest release, The Conviction Machine: Prosecutors, Politicians, and Police Violence in Chicago.
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National Lawyers Guild Chicago @nlgchicago.bsky.social · 11/06/2026
Due to the warning for tornados, hail and severe weather happening across Chicago, we are sad to inform you that the 2026 NLG Chicago Annual Celebration is being postponed to Saturday, August 22, 2026. We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused, but want to prioritize everyone's safety.
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National Lawyers Guild Chicago @nlgchicago.bsky.social · 28/05/2026
Check out this important story from Injustice Watch! We're proud to see NLG Chicago member Luke Kula's advocacy for his client featured here.
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National Lawyers Guild Chicago @nlgchicago.bsky.social · 21/05/2026
"Grand jury improprieties revealed in court as ‘Broadview Six’ case unravels" www.chicagotribune.com/2026/05/21/p...
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Grand jury improprieties revealed in court as ‘Broadview Six’ case unravels
Just five days before a jury trial was set to begin, federal prosecutors have dismissed all remaining counts in the “Broadview Six” case.
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National Lawyers Guild @nlg.org · 14/05/2026
NLG Denounces SCOTUS’s Ruling Eviscerating the Voting Rights Act Read our full statement: www.nlg.org/nlg-denounces-scotuss-r…
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National Lawyers Guild Chicago @nlgchicago.bsky.social · 15/05/2026
We are so excited to announce our 2026 Annual Celebration Honorees! This year, NLG Chicago is excited to honor Antonio Gutierrez, Jim Fennerty, Rey Wences & Xanat Sobrevilla! Grab your tickets here: www.eventbrite.com/e/2026-nlg-c... Read about the honorees: nlgchicago.org/2026/05/14/a...
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National Lawyers Guild Chicago @nlgchicago.bsky.social · 11/05/2026
Check out this upcoming symposium on human rights and local resistance. You can attend online or in-person in Philadelphia. Attendance is free if you're not requesting CLE credits. Register at bit.ly/HumanRightsLocalResist
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unraveled @unraveledpress.com · 07/05/2026
Happening now: Cook County officials, the Illinois Coalition for Immigrant & Refugee Rights and other immigrant advocacy groups are holding a presser outside the county's Domestic Violence Court in Chicago, re: federal immigration agents being spotted at 4 separate Cook County courthouses today.
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National Lawyers Guild Chicago @nlgchicago.bsky.social · 07/05/2026
"Broadview protesters sue feds over DNA collection after arrests, saying it violates rights" chicago.suntimes.com/immigration/...
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Broadview protesters sue feds over DNA collection after arrests, saying it violates rights
All four plaintiffs were arrested while protesting; two were charged but their cases were dismissed. They allege the cheek swabs used to collect their DNA violated their Fourth Amendment rights.
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National Lawyers Guild Chicago @nlgchicago.bsky.social · 30/04/2026
"Feds Dropping Conspiracy Charges Against 4 Broadview Protesters, Attorneys Say" blockclubchicago.org/2026/04/29/f...
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Feds Dropping Conspiracy Charges Against 4 Broadview Protesters, Attorneys Say
Federal prosecutors said they planned to drop the conspiracy charges against Kat Abughazaleh, Michael Rabbitt, Andre Martin and Brian Straw.
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National Lawyers Guild Chicago @nlgchicago.bsky.social · 27/04/2026
Five years ago, the Cook County Public Defender's Office's launched an immigration unit, the Trump administration's draconian immigration policies are now putting it to the test. Check out this article on the unit featuring NLG Chicago Board member Cruz Rodriguez! borderlessmag.org/2026/04/24/c...
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Cook County Public Defenders Built an Immigration Unit Five Years Ago. The Last Year Tested It. – Featured – Borderless Magazine NFP
Cook County Public Defenders Built an Immigration Unit Five Years Ago. The Last Year Tested It. – Featured – Borderless Magazine NFP
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National Lawyers Guild Chicago @nlgchicago.bsky.social · 22/04/2026
"Justice Dept. Charges Prominent Civil Rights Group With Financial Crimes" www.nytimes.com/2026/04/21/u...
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Justice Dept. Charges Prominent Civil Rights Group With Financial Crimes
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National Lawyers Guild Chicago @nlgchicago.bsky.social · 20/04/2026
ICE: No U.S. citizens were arrested by federal immigration officers during Operation Midway Blitz. Us: That was a lie. chicago.suntimes.com/immigration/...
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ICE says 81% arrested in Operation Midway Blitz had no convictions, falsely asserts no citizens arrested
Todd Lyons, who on Thursday resigned from his position as acting director of ICE, also claimed in the letter to the Illinois congressional delegation that no U.S. citizens were arrested by federal imm...
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National Lawyers Guild Chicago @nlgchicago.bsky.social · 19/04/2026
Last night, our friends @caarprnow.bsky.social now honored longtime NLG Chicago member Jim Fennerty at their annual working class awards dinner. Jim has been a mainstay of our chapter for decades, mentoring members, defending protesters in court and serving as a legal observer.
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National Lawyers Guild Chicago @nlgchicago.bsky.social · 18/04/2026
Join us at Haymarket House on June 11th for a night of celebration and reflection as we sustain NLG Chicago’s work for another year together! Get your tickets here: www.eventbrite.com/e/2026-nlg-c...
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2026 NLG Chicago Annual Celebration!
Join us at Haymarket House for a night of celebration and reflection as we sustain NLG Chicago’s work for another year together!
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National Lawyers Guild Chicago @nlgchicago.bsky.social · 09/04/2026
More cases dismissed! Earlier this week, we were in court with organizers who were arrested for sitting in at AIPAC's Office over their interference in Illinois' elections. Congrats to the activists on their win!
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National Lawyers Guild Chicago @nlgchicago.bsky.social · 03/04/2026
"Local officials warn of ICE arrests at domestic violence courthouse, decry feds violating state law" chicago.suntimes.com/immigration/...
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Local officials warn of ICE arrests at domestic violence courthouse, decry feds violating state law
The Cook County Public Defender’s office said since late February, federal immigration agents have been spotted entering or directly outside the Domestic Violence Courthouse at 555 W. Harrison St. At ...
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National Lawyers Guild Chicago @nlgchicago.bsky.social · 01/04/2026
Today, prosecutors dismissed another 19 cases against ICE protesters! We held a press conference after court to call on State's Attorney Burke to drop the remaining cases. Read more: nlgchicago.org/2026/04/01/m...
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National Lawyers Guild Chicago @nlgchicago.bsky.social · 23/03/2026
"Judge rules Broadview protest curfew violates First Amendment" chicago.suntimes.com/immigration/...
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Judge rules Broadview protest curfew violates First Amendment
Judge Edmond Chang said Broadview's daily curfew "cannot stand under the First Amendment," but the village is allowed to maintain the "free speech zones" and can enact a curfew in specific circumstanc...
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National Lawyers Guild Chicago @nlgchicago.bsky.social · 17/03/2026
"Attorneys in ‘Broadview Six’ case say conspiracy charges violates First Amendment, has ‘chilling’ effect" www.chicagotribune.com/2026/03/16/a...
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Attorneys in ‘Broadview Six’ case say conspiracy charges violates First Amendment, has ‘chilling’ effect
Lawyers in the case against immigration protesters in Broadview say it criminalizes First Amendment rights to speech and assembly and creates a “chilling” effect on the public.
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National Lawyers Guild Chicago @nlgchicago.bsky.social · 04/03/2026
"Cook County prosecutors dismiss 21 cases against ICE protesters, including suburban moms arrested in sit-in" www.chicagotribune.com/2026/03/04/c...
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Cook County prosecutors dismiss 21 cases against ICE protesters, including suburban moms arrested in sit-in
Cook County prosecutors dismissed 21 cases that were filed against protesters at the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement processing center in Broadview.
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National Lawyers Guild Chicago @nlgchicago.bsky.social · 02/03/2026
"A Block Club investigation found dozens of protesters arrested by state police are still facing criminal charges for minor infractions, such as sitting on a concrete barrier — even after Gov. JB Pritzker vowed to protect their First Amendment rights." blockclubchicago.org/2026/02/26/w...
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Why Is The Cook County State's Attorney Prosecuting Nonviolent ICE Protesters?
A Block Club investigation found dozens of protesters arrested by state police are still facing criminal charges for minor infractions, such as sitting on a concrete barrier — even after Gov. JB Pritz...
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National Lawyers Guild Chicago @nlgchicago.bsky.social · 24/02/2026
Next week, join the Chicago-Kent Chapter of the National Lawyers Guild for their Week of Abolition events!
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National Lawyers Guild Chicago @nlgchicago.bsky.social · 17/02/2026
If you've been arrested while protesting, talk with your lawyer before making statements.
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National Lawyers Guild Chicago @nlgchicago.bsky.social · 10/02/2026
"Cook County prosecutors drop charges against 19 arrested during clergy-led protest at Broadview ICE facility" chicago.suntimes.com/immigration/...
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Cook County prosecutors drop charges against 19 arrested during clergy-led protest at Broadview ICE facility
Demonstrators were hoping those inside would hear their prayers, when a scuffle broke out with local law enforcement and dozens were arrested.
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National Lawyers Guild Chicago @nlgchicago.bsky.social · 04/02/2026
Charges dismissed! Today, 20 people arrested while protesting ICE at the Broadview Detention Center had their cases dismissed! Huge shout to NLG members Amy Chiang, Madison Heckel, Nadia Woods and Amanda Yarusso for their work on these cases!
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National Lawyers Guild Chicago @nlgchicago.bsky.social · 03/02/2026
Wondering which federal agents are in your community? This guide from The Intercept explains the different patches worn by ICE and CBP. theintercept.com/2026/01/28/i...
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These Patches Are Clues to Identifying Immigration Agents
We built a guide to patches worn by ICE and CBP to help the public determine which federal agents are in their communities.
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National Lawyers Guild Chicago @nlgchicago.bsky.social · 30/01/2026
Federal immigration are newly equipped with an array of state-of-the-art surveillance technologies, thanks to a bill passed last summer that transformed Immigration and Customs Enforcement into the country’s most highly funded law enforcement agency. www.washingtonpost.com/technology/i...
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The powerful tools in ICE’s arsenal to track suspects — and protesters
Biometric trackers, cellphone location databases and drones are among the surveillance technologies agents are using in their immigration enforcement campaign.
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National Lawyers Guild @nlg.org · 29/01/2026
To our neighbors: The last day Alex Pretti was alive was a day of triumph. Minneapolis went on strike. One thousand businesses closed. One hundred faith leaders were arrested in a civil disobedience action. Tens of thousands marched in the streets. It was called the Day of Truth and Freedom.
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National Lawyers Guild Chicago @nlgchicago.bsky.social · 28/01/2026
In October, the U.S. Attorney charged Juan Espinoza Martinez with a bogus charge of offering a bounty to kill Border Patrol Commander Gregory Bovino. Earlier this month, he was found not-guilty by a jury! Hear from his attorneys on 2/19 at Grace Place. Register here: bit.lyBeatBovino
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National Lawyers Guild Chicago @nlgchicago.bsky.social · 26/01/2026
Winter, spring, summer or fall, all you've got to do is call and we'll be there. For information on how to request NLG Legal Observers, visit our website: nlgchicago.org/programs/ 📸: @loveandstrugglephotos
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National Lawyers Guild Chicago @nlgchicago.bsky.social · 22/12/2025
This year, NLG Chicago dispatched legal observers to more than 200 protests and coordinated free representation for more than 160 people arrested at protests! Read about our year here: nlgchicago.org/2025/12/22/2... Donate here to help us continue these efforts in 2026: nlgchicago.org/donate
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National Lawyers Guild Chicago @nlgchicago.bsky.social · 13/11/2025
"About 80 protesters have been arrested at the ICE facility since barricades went up. Protesters and legal observers say the arrests run counter to the state’s stated goals of ensuring public safety and protesters’ rights." blockclubchicago.org/2025/11/12/p...
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Protesters Keep Getting Arrested At Broadview By State Police Despite Promise To Protect Free Speech
About 80 protesters have been arrested at the ICE facility since barricades went up. Protesters and legal observers say the arrests run counter to the state’s stated goals of ensuring public safety an...
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National Lawyers Guild Chicago @nlgchicago.bsky.social · 10/11/2025
“Trump’s federal agents turned what would have been a quiet Saturday afternoon on the Southwest side of Chicago into a dangerous and unsafe environment due to their repeated and unnecessary escalations" National Lawyers Guild Chicago blockclubchicago.org/2025/11/09/f...
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Feds Pepper Spray 1-Year-Old In Cicero, Use Tear Gas In Clash With Little Village Neighbors
Federal agents were shot at, according to the Department of Homeland Security, while legal observers said agents created a "dangerous and unsafe environment."
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National Lawyers Guild Chicago @nlgchicago.bsky.social · 09/11/2025
Today, community members across Cook County monitored and protested the Trump administration’s assault on migrant communities. In total, 15 people were arrested by multiple law enforcement agencies. Read our full statement here: nlgchicago.org/2025/11/08/i...
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National Lawyers Guild Chicago @nlgchicago.bsky.social · 25/10/2025
After issuing statements about civil rights violations and violence by Illinois State Police officers against protesters and NLG Legal Observers, we were invited to meet with the Governor’s Office and ISP. Here is a report back from that meeting: nlgchicago.org/2025/10/25/r...
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National Lawyers Guild Chicago @nlgchicago.bsky.social · 17/10/2025
For the last several weeks, NLG Chicago has been working around the clock to support people protesting Trump's draconian invasion of Chicago. Longtime NLG member Brad Thomson was recently interviewed by FOX Chicago about our efforts, watch it here: www.fox32chicago.com/video/1715542
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Chicago sees heavy ICE presence downtown, National Lawyers Guild monitors activity
Dozens of federal immigration agents patrolled Michigan Avenue and the Chicago River over the weekend as the National Lawyers Guild tracked the federal activity and raised constitutional concerns.
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National Lawyers Guild Chicago @nlgchicago.bsky.social · 14/10/2025
NLG Chicago Responds to Attacks on Free Speech at the Broadview Detention Center: nlgchicago.org/2025/10/14/n...
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National Lawyers Guild Chicago @nlgchicago.bsky.social · 06/10/2025
As everyone is aware, many federal agencies are active in Chicago right now. It is as important as ever to Know Your Rights. Call the NLG Chicago Mass Defense Hotline at 872-4-NLG-CHI (872-465-4244).
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