Inside the Chicago Resistance

Inside the Chicago Resistance

Civilians are taking action by tailing officers, guarding stores like Home Depots, and patrolling their neighborhoods in response to recent events.

A notable incident occurred on the East Side of Chicago, a working-class Latino and Black community, where a car chase ended with federal agents pursuing occupants on foot.

Resident Pauly found evidence of the confrontation, including a tear-gas canister, a smoke-grenade can, and a pepper-ball projectile round, which he picked up off his street.

As they pursued the occupants on foot, residents like Pauly came out to check on the commotion, and more federal agents arrived, leading to a crowd that turned into a kind of protest.

Author's summary: Chicago civilians resist federal agents.

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New York Magazine New York Magazine — 2025-10-18