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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Christine Fernando

Judge will order federal agents in Chicago to restrict using force against protesters and media

APTOPIX Federal Enforcement Chicago Preschool - (Copyright 2025 The Associated Press. All rights reserved.)

A judge said Thursday she will order federal agents in Chicago to restrict using force against peaceful protesters and media, saying current practices violate their constitutional rights.

The preliminary injunction came in response to a lawsuit alleging federal agents have used excessive force in their immigration crackdown in the Chicago area.

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