Government and Politics

Cook County Judge Blocks ICE Arrests at Courthouses—But Who Protects Our Borders?

By National Security Desk | October 15, 2025

A Cook County court order barring ICE from making arrests at courthouses undermines legal enforcement and fuels unsafe sanctuary policies that threaten America’s sovereignty and security.

In a move that raises serious questions about the rule of law and public safety, Cook County’s top judge has signed an order prohibiting U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) from arresting individuals at or near courthouses in the Chicago area. This decision aims to protect so-called "sanctuary" policies within the heart of Illinois’ legal system, a move that inevitably clashes with the fundamental principles of national sovereignty and law enforcement. Does This Court Order Shield Lawbreakers at the Expense of Justice? The order specifically bans ICE from civil arrests of any party, witness, or potential witness attending court proceedings—not...

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