Chicago mayor Brandon Johnson puts ICE ‘on notice’ with executive order seeking prosecution of agents
Brandon Johnson signs executive order directing police to document alleged illegal activity by federal immigration agents
By Michael Dorgan Fox News
Published January 31, 2026 4:43pm EST
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson signed an executive order Saturday laying the groundwork for the city to investigate and seek prosecution of federal immigration agents who allegedly break the law in the Windy City.
The order, titled "ICE On Notice," directs members of the Chicago Police Department (CPD) to document alleged illegal activity by federal immigration agents and refer evidence of felony violations to the Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office for possible prosecution.
"Nobody is above the law. There is no such thing as ‘absolute immunity’ in America," Johnson, a Democrat, said in a statement.
"The lawlessness of Trump’s militarized immigration agents puts the lives and well-being of every Chicagoan in immediate danger. With today’s order, we are putting ICE on notice in our city. Chicago will not sit idly by while Trump floods federal agents into our communities and terrorizes our residents."
Johnson said the order makes Chicago the first city in the nation to pursue legal accountability for alleged misconduct by federal immigration agents.
He accused federal immigration agents of violating constitutionally protected rights, destabilizing communities and provoking life-threatening confrontations while "remaining insulated" from local or civilian oversight.
The mayor said the order establishes clear procedures for CPD officers to follow if they witness or receive reports of federal agents engaged in illegal activity.
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