Exclusive: ICE Disappearances Documented by New Site Backed by Pritzker
Summary
A new website called Disappeared in America, supported by Illinois Governor JB Pritzker, shares stories of hundreds of immigrants and U.S. citizens affected by immigration enforcement under President Donald Trump. It documents cases of detentions, deportations, family separations, and deaths linked to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) actions, aiming to create a public record and promote accountability.Key Facts
- The website is backed by Illinois Governor JB Pritzker's administration and the Illinois Accountability Commission.
- Disappeared in America features around 500 stories of people impacted by ICE operations, including arrests, deportations, and deaths.
- The site covers incidents like Operation Midway Blitz in Chicago and fatal shootings of immigrants and citizens by federal agents.
- It includes detailed profiles with photos, videos, and audio for many cases.
- The project’s goal is to prevent future abuses and hold officials accountable.
- Governor Pritzker described ICE actions during the Trump administration as a “military-style assault” on communities.
- More than 605,000 people were reportedly deported under President Trump’s second term, with 33 deaths linked to ICE operations.
- The site aims to be a model for other states to document and respond to immigration enforcement impacts.
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