Fund Block Clubs Investigative Work

Within the first ten days of the Trump administration, federal immigration agents arrested dozens in Chicago and hundreds in surrounding areas of Illinois. U. S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has reported thousands of additional arrests since then, with many individuals deported within days or months. After Block Club Chicago sued for access to arrest data, ICE released some information but withheld the names of most detainees.

Block Club continues to fight for transparency, arguing that the public deserves to know who is being detained and deported. The organization is seeking donations to support its investigative team, The Watch, which focuses on holding powerful entities accountable. This case underscores the complexities and controversies surrounding immigration enforcement in the United States. The withholding of names raises concerns about transparency and accountability in government actions. As the situation unfolds, community support remains crucial for advocacy efforts.