This is an effort to turn the Minnesota rapid responders into criminals. If Democrats make this deal, they will send me, and many others like me who have been out protecting the community, to jail.

‘Go Big and Go Loud’: Inside the Justice Department’s Push to Prosecute Protesters Via @nytimes.com: www.nytimes.com/2026/03/19/u...

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4 remaining Broadview protesters charged with conspiracy are asking a judge to toss the case. blockclubchi.co/4bsX2xD

Remaining ‘Broadview Six’ defendants want conspiracy charge tossed, argue protesting isn’t a crime From @chicago.suntimes.com: chicago.suntimes.com/immigration/...

JUST IN: The remaining four members of the "Broadview Six" — a group charged in a conspiracy indictment tied to protests outside Broadview's ICE facility — have asked a judge to toss the conspiracy charge based on their First Amendment right to assemble:

UST IN: In the latest filing in the Broadview 6 case, defense attorneys say the conspiracy charge should be dismissed on First Amendment grounds. Can simply being with others at a protest be a criminal conspiracy?

Remaining Broadview 6 defendants want records showing Trump administration's influence on conspiracy case From @chicago.suntimes.com: chicago.suntimes.com/immigration/...

JUST IN: Federal prosecutors move to dismiss another Operation Midway Blitz indictment, this time against Jose Mauricio Rosas-Hernandez. Once the motion is granted, 20 of the 32 known defendants will have been cleared. Two more are on track for dismissal. Indictment (left) and motion (right):

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JUST IN: Four demonstrators who still face conspiracy charges tied to ICE protests in Broadview seek records relating to "any improper influence exerted upon the U.S. Attorney's office." The motion includes a pic of President Trump's image on the front entryway of the Justice Department:

The biggest risk in this moment is something sociologists call “symbolic compliance.” That’s when an institution that is violating civil rights gives the public just enough symbolic victories that accountability efforts lose steam before there has been any meaningful change.

BREAKING: Immigration officers are asserting sweeping power to enter homes without a judge’s warrant, a memo obtained by AP says.

"We are the best city in the world because we show up for each other & we do what's right," says @catsharpforcook.bsky.social. She also (as others have said) names that this is not the first person killed by ICE; they killed Silverio Villegas-Gonzalez in a nearby suburb of Chicago last September.

‪Grateful to the 40th Ward Neighbors and @mskellymhayes.bsky.social, @catsharpforcook.bsky.social and @andrefor40th.bsky.social among others for speaking at the vigil this evening. We will not be silent. We will keep caring for each other and fighting back against this fascist violence together.

In Chicago's Winnemac Park tonight, a growing crowd of around a hundred neighbors have gathered for an emergency vigil for Renee Nicole Good, a 37 yr old mom shot and killed by DHS in Minneapolis today.

An important update from Team Cat:

64 days in Chicago: The story of Operation Midway Blitz. Our team fanned out to cover the before, during and after of the federal government’s months-long raid on an American city. This is worth your time to understand the United States today www.chicagotribune.com/2025/12/28/c...

Whether you’re gathered with family, working a shift, spending time with friends, or finding quiet in your own way, I’m wishing you peace and joy this holiday season. May this Christmas remind us to look out for one another and keep building a community where everyone feels welcome and cared for.

My statement on the Trump regime’s attack on transgender youth and the entire U.S. health care system.

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I’m grateful to be in this fight alongside such a committed activist as Maggie. I look forward to continuing to work together for a more just and equitable Cook County.

My heart is with everyone in Sydney, and Jewish people worldwide, after today's horrific antisemitic attack. No one should have to fear for their life while celebrating a religious holiday. We all deserve to mark moments of joy without hatred and without fear.

As the sunset approaches, Team Cat would like to wish everyone a joyous start to Hanukkah. Chag Sameach!

I'm honored to receive an endorsement and support from the legendary David Orr! David's lifetime of public service is an inspiring example of what good governance in leadership can look like.

I’m fighting back against these ludicrous charges that are meant to scare people out of speaking out against this administration’s inhumane treatment of immigrants. I won’t shut up, and neither should you. chicago.suntimes.com/immigration/...

Excited to see this program continue! It’s helping thousands of families find financial security and allows families to put this money towards housing, healthcare, groceries or transportation without having to jump through hoops.

I'm by no means a property tax expert, but I compiled 8 reasons why your Chicago property tax bill (that you received last week) might have gone up www.stevencanplan.com/2025/11/reas...

Join Us SATURDAY NOV 22 at Lincoln Park High School (2001 N Orchard) for our next Community Defense Workshop! We need to stay connected and prepared. Please share and repost this widely!

Cat Sharp (@catsharpforcook.bsky.social) has posted one of the better introductions to how Chicago/Cook County’s property tax system works that I’ve seen. Apologies for the Instagram link but the video is longer than the 3 minute BlueSky limit. www.instagram.com/reel/DRHwYun...

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Protestors gathering for rally in support of @michaelrabbitt.bsky.social, @catsharpforcook.bsky.social, @katmabu.bsky.social and others indicted in attack on 1st Amendment rights to protest fee gov’t’s attacks on Chicagoans news.wttw.com/2025/10/29/d...

this was a good rally @andrefor40th.bsky.social gave a short speech after Commissioner Degnen

Chicago stands in solidarity with @catsharpforcook.bsky.social, @katmabu.bsky.social, @michaelrabbitt.bsky.social and the rest of the Broadview 6! #AbolishICE

I’m heading to court today for my arraignment on ludicrous charges brought against the #Broadview6 related to our protesting of conditions at the Broadview ICE processing facility. Join us at 12:30 at Federal Plaza to stand up for our right to speak out!

Indivisible Chicago is organizing a rapid response rally at Federal Plaza on Wednesday at 12:30 as @katmabu.bsky.social @catsharpforcook.bsky.social @michaelrabbitt.bsky.social and others are being arraigned at 1:30 pm. Signup not required. Show up and be loud. www.mobilize.us/indivisiblec...

This isn't complicated. Cutting funding for libraries is a ridiculous and counterproductive way to try to balance the City budget. I stand with our @afscme31.bsky.social librarians.

Appreciate this coverage but it is hard to explain to people not in the Chicago area that THESE ARE NOT PROTESTS. This is people coming out of their homes, doing anything in their power to try to stop their neighbors from being kidnapped. It is coming for your city next, please be prepared.

Ruben Torres reunites with his wife in Indiana after being detained by ICE for nearly two weeks. He is headed back to his daughter Ofelia

We’ve got your backs @michaelrabbitt.bsky.social and @catsharpforcook.bsky.social.

They want us to sit down and shut up. It won't work.

NEW: For decades, allegations of abuse and misconduct have swirled around Chicago’s juvenile detention center. On Thursday, a Cook County judge will begin proceedings in a rare trial of a former employee accused of physically harming a child at the facility.

300+ showed up for the community defense and ICE watch training. More and more, neighbors refuse to sit on the sidelines. Our collective movement is growing. And we will win.

Judge rules ICE illegally detained Chicago father whose daughter is battling cancer. Ruben Torres could be freed to be with his family by Halloween www.chicagotribune.com/2025/10/25/i...

“Don’t protest” Someone should ask Bovino is he’s ever read the Constitution.

NEWS: Civil rights firm alleges that Border Patrol boss Gregory Bovino personally violated a judge’s order restricting tear gas use. Photo is from court filing by Loevy and Loevy.

Here’s something revealing: A WGN report found the vast majority of people ICE detains don't have criminal convictions. Tom Homan’s answer: “Most national security threats don’t have criminal histories. They’re lying low to do the dirty deed.”

The deployment of tear gas throughout the Chicago area is a growing health concern. ICE is deploying tear gas in residential neighborhoods, near children, playgrounds, stores, etc. What are the health implications on our communities?

I’m out, I'm sore. I'll have more later, but right now I have to say a couple of things. First, walking out of there to learn about the kindness, support, and quick action from so many of you all has meant the world to me, my wife, and co-founder, Raven. Thank you.