President-elect Donald Trump’s newly appointed border czar, Tom Homan, announced that deportation operations will begin in Chicago, Illinois, on January 21, 2025.

Speaking at an event sponsored by a local law enforcement group, Homan received an enthusiastic response, despite Chicago being a Democratic stronghold.

May 31, 2023; Scottsdale, AZ, USA; Former ICE director Tom Homan Former Arizona gubernatorial candidate Kari Lake addresses the audience during her Defend America rally at Orange Tree Golf Club. Mandatory Credit: Rob Schumacher-Arizona Republic

The announcement comes as frustration mounts among Chicago residents over the influx of illegal immigrants under the leadership of Democratic Mayor Brandon Johnson.

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Many residents have voiced their concerns about the strain on neighborhoods and city resources, with some even calling for federal intervention to address the situation.

“All that starts January 21, and we’re going to start right here in Chicago, Illinois,” Homan told attendees, reaffirming the incoming administration’s commitment to restoring immigration enforcement. The crowd responded positively, reflecting growing support for stricter border policies in the city.

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Chuck Hernandez, Chairman of the Chicago GOP, praised Homan’s announcement. “I love it. I love it. Bring it. People need to know that this is a country with laws, and we’re going to have order,” Hernandez said during the event.

Homan’s announcement also comes amid his ongoing warnings to Democratic governors and mayors who oppose the Trump administration’s immigration policies.

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He recently addressed Boston Mayor Michelle Wu, a Democrat, who has publicly declared that her city will not cooperate with mass deportation efforts.

“Well, she’s not very smart, I’ll give her that,” Homan told Newsmax recently, responding to Wu’s remarks. “There’s a clear line here, and they can’t cross a clear line,” he warned, citing Title 8, United States Code 1324 (iii), which prohibits harboring or concealing illegal aliens from federal law enforcement.

“There are certain laws in place that they can’t cross, and I hope she doesn’t cross it,” Homan reiterated.

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He added that cities or states attempting to obstruct federal immigration enforcement would face increased scrutiny and resources from his office.

“If these sanctuary states and cities keep pushing back, I’ll deploy extra resources and double manpower in those areas,” Homan said. “When we can’t arrest someone in jail with one agent, it means we have to send a whole team out into the field to find that person, which increases risk.”

In addition to domestic enforcement, Homan outlined plans to hold foreign governments, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), and even elements of the United Nations accountable for their roles in exacerbating the border crisis.

His comments highlight the broader scope of the Trump administration’s immigration agenda, which aims to address not only illegal immigration within the United States but also its international roots.

Chicago residents’ response to Homan’s plans underscores growing dissatisfaction with local leadership’s handling of immigration issues.

Earlier reports highlighted community members calling for federal intervention and even suggesting that Mayor Brandon Johnson be arrested if he attempts to block deportation efforts.

As Homan prepares to take on his role as border czar, the announcement of deportation plans in Chicago signals a decisive start to the Trump administration’s renewed focus on immigration enforcement.

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The city’s reception to Homan’s message reflects a shifting sentiment in some traditionally Democratic areas, as residents increasingly demand solutions to the challenges posed by illegal immigration.

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