CHICAGO
— Joining other cities around the country, Chicago is pledging to
remain a sanctuary city for undocumented immigrants, an act of
defiance in the face of Donald Trump’s past promise to cut off
those cities from federal funding.
In
sanctuary cities, local law enforcement officials aren’t required
to alert U.S. Immigration and Customs authorities about the
immigration status of individuals with whom they come in contact.
On
Monday, Chicago's elected officials, including Mayor Rahm Emanuel,
are expected to hold a news conference to formally discuss how the
city will retain its sanctuary status. Aldermen are expected to call
on Republican Gov. Bruce Rauner to pressure Trump to back off his vow
to interfere with funding. ...
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