"I believe the best way in which we can demonstrate resistance is not bending the knee to tyranny. President Trump is literally undermining the economic prowess of cities like Chicago, right? So we're encouraging everyone to get out to celebrate."
"We haven't seen Ice attack any large-scale festivals directly," he said."
Organizers, business owners and runners are cautiously optimistic that increased Immigration and Customs Enforcement activity will not dampen the Chicago marathon. The race begins and ends at Grant Park, follows the Lake Michigan shoreline and runs through 29 neighborhoods including the predominantly Latino Pilsen. The Trump administration sought federalized national guard deployment and launched Operation Midway Blitz, prompting legal fights. Recent court rulings blocked national guard deployment in Illinois and limited ICE from conducting warrantless arrests. The Chicago Park District reported no knowledge of ICE operations at the marathon. Community groups are educating residents about rights and raid responses, and organizers do not expect ICE to target the event.
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