We have only been on the ground in Chicago for a couple of days, but already we have come across two different people, both looking to find their loved ones after they were taken by masked and armed federal agents on the streets here in the Chicago area. Jennifer. This video shows the moment that Maricosella, a 53-year-old woman who has been in the United States for 30 years, was taken simply as she was walking to the market to get some groceries.Marcela's 21-year-old daughter, Samantha, actually came up to ...

I know, Jacob, that you just got some new information about an ICE arrest. What can you tell us. You know, um Chris, as we uh watch the deployment eventually of the National Guard here to the streets and two Texas officials have told us at MSNBC that the Texas National Guard is here now in Chicago.Um the immigration enforcement on a large scale by the Trump administration continues even with those militarized federal agents on the streets of Chicago. And we just arrived here in the Cicero neighborhood, uh t ...

Government Actions & Legal Challenges - The Trump administration authorized deploying 300 National Guard members to Chicago, despite the Illinois Governor's opposition [1][3] - A federal judge in Oregon temporarily blocked the deployment of 200 National Guard troops to Portland, a decision the Trump administration is appealing [1] - The judge in Oregon cited a "long-standing and foundational tradition of resistance to government overreach" in her ruling [4] - The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals, known for being liberal, may rule against the administration, though a prior ruling suggests deference to the president on military matters is possible [9][10][12] Political Implications of Government Shutdown - A Washington Post poll indicated 47% of respondents believe Trump and Republicans in Congress are responsible for the government shutdown, while 30% blame Democrats [1] - The shutdown is entering its fifth day with no clear resolution, raising concerns within the Republican party about potential political vulnerabilities related to healthcare subsidies expiring [1] - Democrats believe they have framed the argument effectively around healthcare subsidies, potentially blaming Republicans when premiums increase [30] Messaging & Rhetoric - The administration's rhetoric, including terms like "a war within" and "terrorist organizations within the country," is viewed as divisive and akin to treating the country as if it's in a civil war [22] - Steven Miller's use of hyperbolic language, such as calling the Oregon judge's ruling a "legal insurrection," is seen as potentially problematic for the administration in court [23][24] - The administration's actions, such as deploying federal law enforcement in Blackhawk helicopters, are interpreted by some as sending an intimidating message rather than addressing crime [20]

Core Insights - The U.S. federal government is intensifying immigration enforcement, leading to increased raids on businesses and a rise in the number of ICE agents to meet deportation quotas [1] Group 1: Immigration Enforcement Impact on Convenience Stores - Convenience stores have not been major targets of immigration enforcement so far, but operators need to be prepared as policies evolve [3] - Staff training is crucial for convenience store employees to effectively respond to ICE inquiries [2] - Companies face harsher penalties for immigration law violations, necessitating preparation for increased scrutiny from federal officials [4] Group 2: Compliance and Training Recommendations - Ensuring all I-9 forms are accurate and checked by HR is essential for compliance, as these forms serve as proof of employee eligibility [5] - Mandatory training for employees on I-9 compliance is recommended, as this form is often mishandled [5][6] - Retailers should consider having an external audit of their I-9 compliance to prevent unexpected legal issues [6] Group 3: Use of E-Verify - Retailers can utilize the E-Verify tool to confirm I-9 document validity, but must ensure that all personnel involved are trained on its use and aware of potential inaccuracies [7]

The family of Sylvio Viegas Gonzalez, who DHS says was the undocumented immigrant killed by an ICE officer near Chicago, calling the 38-year-old a devoted father, cherished friend, and kind soul. >> His girlfriend, Blanca Mora, telling NBC Chicago he had no criminal history, which an NBC News review of publicly available records confirms. The sound of Friday's gunshots caught on a nearby surveillance camera.The Department of Homeland Security and ICE saying the officer fired as he feared for his life after ...

All [Music] right, you are looking at live pictures of protests in Chicago. People pushing back against Donald Trump's threat to send in the National Guard and ramp up immigration enforcement. Meanwhile, Trump's rhetoric continues to get more violent and warlike by the day.Just today, he posted this. It's an AI picture on his social media site showing him kneeling in front of a fiery Chicago skyline with helicopters flying overhead. Writing, quote, I love the smell of deportations in the morning Chicago abo ...

We begin with President Trump embracing war against America's cities and expanding his federal crackdown while cities fight back. In Chicago, protesters took to the streets to stand up against Trump's threat to deploy the National Guard and ramped up immigration enforcement. While in Washington DC, huge crowds protested in opposition to the federal crackdown and National Guard stationed there.It came as ICE began new immigration enforcement operations in Massachusetts, setting up a fight between the Trump a ...

Are you dreaming about home when you're sleeping. >> Um, yes. I dream about my family, my friends, but it's just it's just really hard.>> What's it like when you wake up here. >> It's not my home. >> Imagine for a second that you're a hardworking high school senior.You're a student athlete and you are excited to spend one last year with your friends before going off to college to chase your dreams. You got your whole life ahead of you and suddenly it all falls apart. That is exactly what happened to 17-year ...

Politics & Law Enforcement - The Trump administration is planning a federal crackdown in Chicago, expanding ICE enforcement and potentially deploying federal forces to tackle crime [1][6] - Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson signed an executive order directing city police officers not to collaborate with military personnel on police patrols and civil immigration enforcement [2][9] - Illinois Governor JB Pritsker accused the Trump administration of keeping Illinois officials in the dark regarding these plans, calling it potentially "an invasion with US troops" [3] - The President does not have the same authority in Chicago as in the District of Columbia, raising concerns among local officials [8] - The Posi Kamatus Act prevents federal guardsmen from performing direct law enforcement, traditionally the power of the state [17] - A federal judge in Washington state had blocked the Trump administration from deporting hundreds of unaccompanied minors back to Guatemala, citing the Trafficking Victims Protection Reauthorization Act (TVP) [20][22] Congressional Agenda & Controversies - Congress returns from a one-month break facing pressing issues, including funding the federal government and addressing concerns surrounding the Jeffrey Epstein case [24] - Democrats may be hesitant to bail out Republicans on funding the government due to controversial actions by the Trump administration [27][29] - Survivors and victims of Jeffrey Epstein's sexual abuse are expected to speak on Capitol Hill, potentially leading to a floor vote on a resolution to release all of the Epstein files from the government immediately and without redactions [31][33] Public Health & CDC - Nine former CDC heads wrote an op-ed criticizing Health Secretary Robert F Kennedy Jr for his vaccine skepticism, stating that it is risking lives [39] - Confusion is growing over new COVID vaccine guidelines, with the FDA restricting the vaccine to those over 65 or with high-risk conditions or are very young [41] - COVID vaccines have shown efficacy and effectiveness in the 90% range for reducing the risk of hospitalization, death, and severe consequences [45][46] - The cost of the COVID vaccine may be between $100 to $140 out of pocket [58] Weather & Travel - 22 million people from Washington State to California are under heat alerts, with temperatures potentially reaching nearly 110 degrees [59] - A record 17.4 million travelers passed through TSA security checkpoints over Labor Day weekend [60] - Some states are seeing temperatures 10 to 20 degrees above average [62]

[Music] We're coming on the air tonight with a rocky rush home from the holiday. Thousands of flights delayed as storms hit some of the country's biggest cities. And if you're driving, might be best to make the long weekend a little longer before hitting the road. We'll have a live report. Plus, the desperate search for survivors after a powerful earthquake in Afghanistan. The rising death toll and the latest on the massive rescue operation in the remote mountains near the border with Pakistan. Then, a rare ...