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Sueño Monarca’s Word of the Week
Operation Midway Blitz
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Operation Midway Blitz
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Operation Midway Blitz •
Operation Midway Blitz is a multi-agency, intensified surge of federal immigration enforcement actions initiated in September 2025 by the Trump administration. Officially, the operation is billed as a crackdown to apprehend and deport "criminal illegal aliens"—specifically gang members (like Tren de Aragua), rapists, kidnappers, and drug traffickers—who allegedly benefit from the state's "sanctuary" policies (such as the Illinois TRUST Act) that limit cooperation between local law enforcement and ICE.
The name "Midway Blitz" is an apparent reference to Chicago's history (possibly the Battle of Midway or Chicago Midway International Airport) and the term "blitz," signifying a rapid, large-scale, and aggressive enforcement action.
Key Contextual Elements
Official Rationale: DHS stated the operation was launched "in honor of Katie Abraham," a young woman killed in a drunk driving hit-and-run by an undocumented immigrant in Urbana, Illinois, to underscore the perceived danger created by sanctuary policies.
Political Conflict: The operation is a direct, public challenge to the Democratic state and city leadership (Governor J.B. Pritzker and Mayor Brandon Johnson), which has been highly critical of the administration and has implemented sanctuary laws designed to protect undocumented residents from federal civil immigration enforcement.
Tactics and Scope: The surge involves deploying significant numbers of federal agents, including ICE's Enforcement and Removal Operations (ERO) personnel, and utilizing aggressive tactics like high-profile arrests, military-style raids, and a visible presence of federal assets (such as Border Patrol boats on the Chicago River).
Controversy and Criticism: Immigrant rights groups, including the ACLU and NIJC, have criticized the operation as a political stunt and a campaign of mass deportation that goes beyond its stated targets. They have documented incidents of federal agents using excessive force, including tear gas against protesters, and the unlawful detention of non-criminals and U.S. citizens, leading to significant community fear and a legal challenge.
In a historical context, Operation Midway Blitz is a notable example of a federal administration leveraging immigration enforcement to publicly exert pressure on and punish "sanctuary jurisdictions" that defy its policies.For support, click the buttons below:
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UPCOMING EVENTS
UPCOMING EVENTS
October 08, 2025
We are deeply honored and grateful to be invited! Mayor Brandon Johnson cordially invited our team to attend the prestigious 2025 Latine Reception on Wednesday, October 8th, at the Chicago Cultural Center. We thank the Mayor's office for this honor in celebrating Latine heritage with the City of Chicago!
5:30 PM Chicago Cultural Center Chicago, IL
This Halloween season, Sueño Monarca is proudly participating in a huge community event: the Trunk or Treat hosted by the Village of Romeoville! We will be there to connect with families, and we need your help to reach our goal of collecting hundreds of bags of candy to share with the children!
4:30PM - 8:00 PM Deer Crossing Park
Romeoville, IL
October 17, 2025
November 17, 2025
2:00 PM - 7:00 PM Riverwalk Grand Pavilion, 500 W. Jackson Ave. Naperville, IL
Sueño Monarca is proud to be a participant in Naperville’s ALMAS Dia de Muertos Event! ALMAS proudly hosts Día de Muertos: Celebrating Community and Life, an annual, free, family-friendly event that honors the richness of this sacred tradition. With roots in Indigenous Mesoamerican rituals and shaped over time by Spanish and Catholic influences, Día de Muertos reflects a powerful fusion of history, spirituality, and modern artistic expression.
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