Hundreds of Chicago high school students walked out of their schools in a protest against President Donald Trump's deportation campaign, calling for federal immigration officers to leave the city. The students carried flags from Mexico, the U.S., and other countries, and chanted "fuera ICE" - "ICE out" in Spanish - as they marched through snowy streets.
The students, who attended schools including Mather, Northside College Prep, Roosevelt, Amundsen, and Von Steuben, were demanding an end to aggressive federal immigration enforcement tactics. They argued that the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency was targeting people based on their color, language, or national origin.
Angelique Guzman, a student at Mather High School, said she had nightmares about her father being detained by Trump's immigration agents when he was going through the process to obtain legal permanent residency. She fears that her family is still vulnerable because they are Hispanic and only speak Spanish.
Krystal Portilla, a senior at Amundsen High School, also spoke out against the deportation campaign, saying she had nightmares about Trump detaining her father. She felt alone when federal immigration agents showed up in Chicago last year but was uplifted by support from her peers.
The students are calling on young people to exercise their right to vote in the upcoming congressional midterm elections. They want more people to speak out against the deportation campaign and demand that federal immigration officers leave the city.
Similar protests took place in other states, including Indiana and Texas, as a growing chorus of voices demand the abolishing of the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency. The students' actions are part of a broader movement to push back against Trump's immigration policies and advocate for more inclusive and compassionate approaches to border control.
The students, who attended schools including Mather, Northside College Prep, Roosevelt, Amundsen, and Von Steuben, were demanding an end to aggressive federal immigration enforcement tactics. They argued that the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency was targeting people based on their color, language, or national origin.
Angelique Guzman, a student at Mather High School, said she had nightmares about her father being detained by Trump's immigration agents when he was going through the process to obtain legal permanent residency. She fears that her family is still vulnerable because they are Hispanic and only speak Spanish.
Krystal Portilla, a senior at Amundsen High School, also spoke out against the deportation campaign, saying she had nightmares about Trump detaining her father. She felt alone when federal immigration agents showed up in Chicago last year but was uplifted by support from her peers.
The students are calling on young people to exercise their right to vote in the upcoming congressional midterm elections. They want more people to speak out against the deportation campaign and demand that federal immigration officers leave the city.
Similar protests took place in other states, including Indiana and Texas, as a growing chorus of voices demand the abolishing of the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency. The students' actions are part of a broader movement to push back against Trump's immigration policies and advocate for more inclusive and compassionate approaches to border control.
I'm so worried about these kids, they're carrying around such heavy burdens just because their family members might be targeted by ICE 
. It's not right that they have to live in fear like this. We need to support our youth and give them a voice, you know? 
They're speaking out against something that's totally unfair and unjust. I wish we could get more people on board with their cause... it's time for us to stand together and demand change 
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This is really disturbing, I mean, who wants their parents to be torn away from them just because of their skin color or where they're from? 
It's crazy that these high school students are already feeling the weight of Trump's deportation campaign and its impact on their families. 
We need more voices like theirs, speaking out against these aggressive immigration tactics and demanding a change. 
The fact that they're calling on young people to vote in the upcoming elections is super important - we gotta make our voices heard! 
Can't wait to see how this movement unfolds and what kind of impact it has on policy changes... maybe we'll finally get some real reform? 
, but it's still concerning that some of them have to live with the fear of deportation 
. I mean, if we want to talk about a "melting pot" culture, shouldn't we be focusing on unity and understanding rather than division and fear? 
It's great that these students are exercising their right to vote and speaking out, but what about the systemic issues that lead to people like Angelique's father feeling vulnerable in the first place? We need more conversations around policies that promote inclusivity and compassion, not just a lot of chanting on the streets 
. I mean, can't we just be kinda chill about who's in this country? These high school students are speaking truth to power, you feel me? They're not even 18 yet and they already know that Trump's policies are messed up 
. Maybe one day we'll have a world where everyone can feel safe and respected, regardless of where they're from 
They're taking a stand against that dude Trump's deportation campaign and it's about time! 
ICE out is literally the best chant ever! 
Angelique and Krystal's stories gave me chills, I can imagine how scary it must be to have family members being targeted like that. We need more people coming out against this injustice! 
The students are totally right, voting is key! 
I find it utterly fascinating that these high school students in Chicago have taken the initiative to organize a mass protest, showcasing their resilience and determination to combat systemic injustices 
. The fact that they're highlighting the plight of Hispanic families who are being targeted due to their national origin is a stark reminder of the need for more inclusive and compassionate immigration policies 
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I'm not sure how credible this story is... where did these protests actually happen? Are there pics or vids of the students marching? Also, isn't it suspicious that all these high schools are in Chicago? 
it's heartbreaking to see. but also super inspiring 
ICE goes away, yay! 
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Busy bees protesting ICE, making a change 
Trump's deportation campaign, no thanks 
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. Let's get out there and VOTE 
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! Marching, protesting, and demanding change... it's not easy, but they're doing it for their families, for themselves, and for a more just society 
. The fact that these students are calling on young people to vote is a game-changer - we need to empower the next gen to take control of their future