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Chicago Mayor Sues Bus Companies Amid Immigrant Influx

Suburbs reject immigrants, Johnson's tent shelter plan on hold, churches step in to provide shelter.

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Overview

  • Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson has filed 55 lawsuits against bus companies for violating new rules regarding the transportation of immigrants.
  • Several Chicago suburbs have rejected busloads of immigrants arriving from Texas, with some implementing fines and ordinances to deter the influx.
  • Johnson's plan to relocate immigrants to tent shelters is on pause due to environmental concerns at the proposed site.
  • Chicago continues to accept busloads of immigrants, but is suing bus companies and seeking the ability to impound buses and fine owners if they don’t follow the city's rules.
  • Despite the challenges, 17 churches are opening their doors to house and feed immigrants, funded by private donations.