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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Jasmine Fernández

Chicago again cancels its Cinco de Mayo parade over fears of ICE raids

Organizers of Chicago’s annual Cinco de Mayo parade canceled the event for the second consecutive year, citing widespread community fear regarding the Trump administration’s federal immigration enforcement policies.

The Cermak Road Chamber of Commerce and Casa Puebla confirmed the decision Sunday, stating that the current political climate and increased activity by Immigration and Customs Enforcement made hosting the Southwest Side celebration untenable, ABC7 Chicago reported.

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