Illinois AG: Trump's 'childish American unpresidential posts' impact on how courts view ICE

Immigration Enforcement & Federal Intervention - Illinois Attorney General expresses concern over potential unlawful and unconstitutional deployment of federal forces in Chicago [9] - Expectation of a surge in ICE agents and potential support from other federal agencies, possibly utilizing the Great Lakes Naval Base [13][14] - The administration's actions are perceived as potentially motivated by a desire to incite violence and justify deploying forces into the city [6] Legal & Political Challenges - The Attorney General's office is preparing for potential litigation against unlawful deployments, coordinating with other state Attorneys General [10] - Concerns raised about the President's online posts and their potential impact on court views regarding the legality of federal operations in Chicago [5] - Joining 19 other state AGs in filing a brief supporting the American Federation of Government Employees against the administration's order ending collective bargaining for most federal employees [15] Workers' Rights & Collective Bargaining - The fight for federal employees' collective bargaining rights is viewed as a broader fight for all employees' rights and against wage theft [17][18] - Collective bargaining is considered critical for securing a middle class, reasonable work hours, safe working conditions, and reasonable wages [17] Criticism of Federal Actions - The President's actions, such as attempting to defund ATF and community violence interruption programs, are seen as inconsistent with a genuine desire to fight crime [4] - Concerns raised about the President's rhetoric and potential use of the military against American citizens, described as a move towards authoritarianism [12]