November 14, 2025
Clergy arrested trying to deliver communion to detainees as federal judge orders mass releases from facility
21 arrested Nov. 14, 2025, at Broadview ICE facility after clashes with police. About 300 gathered to sing and pray. 15 arrested were clergy. At 9:50 a.m., leader announced they wanted clergy allowed inside to deliver communion. 10 minutes later, some pushed past barricades.
Four officers injured: two Broadview police, one ISP trooper, one Cook County deputy. Two Broadview officers and deputy taken to Loyola Hospital. Mayor Thompson blamed "out-of-town protesters."
Protest came one day after federal judge's rare site visit on Nov. 13. Judge said he could order release of hundreds detained. NIJC and ACLU argued ICE detained hundreds without serious criminal histories.
Broadview has been site of frequent protests against Operation Midway Blitz, which led to 3,200+ arrests in Chicago area since Sep.. Over 100 arrested since unified command began securing protest area last month.
Which trend best describes arrests tied to Operation Midway Blitz since September?
Faith leaders were allowed inside Broadview to deliver communion before arrests.
Mayor Katrina Thompson called the violence 'unacceptable' and blamed out-of-town protesters.
Complete: The judge's site visit preceded a vigil where clergy sought ________ for detainees.
Which agencies reported officers injured during the Nov. 14 protest?
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Demand ICE respect religious freedom rights for detained immigrants
Twenty-one people including fifteen faith leaders were arrested during a peaceful religious vigil outside the Broadview ICE facility on November 14, 2025. The clergy were attempting to deliver communion and provide religious services to detained immigrants when federal officers used pepper spray and physical force. This violation of First Amendment rights and federal law protecting religious freedom in detention facilities shows how immigration enforcement is targeting religious practice itself.
Hello, I am [NAME], a constituent from [CITY/STATE]. I am calling to demand that ICE respect the religious freedom rights of detained immigrants at the Broadview facility.
Key concerns:
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Specific request: I demand that ICE immediately establish clear policies protecting religious freedom for detained immigrants, including access to clergy and religious services.
Question: What disciplinary actions will be taken against officers who violated religious freedom rights?
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