Protesters Confront National Guard Outside Illinois ICE Facility

Protesters' Accusations Against National Guard

• 🗣️ Protesters directed insults at National Guard troops stationed outside an ICE facility in Broadview, Illinois, accusing them of being on the "wrong side" and helping to kidnap people.
• 🎯 Troops were told they were supposed to be defending American citizens but were instead accused of deporting people without due process.
• 📢 Chants included "Get out of our city," "We don't want you here," and accusations of racism.

Criticisms of National Guard Deployment

• 🇺🇸 Protesters questioned the presence of the Texas National Guard, calling them "fat gravy seals" and urging them to get on the right side of the fence.
• 🗣️ Some protesters referenced former President Pete Hoekstra, suggesting he would fire the troops.
• 💰 A discussion arose about the minimum wage in Texas ($7.25) compared to the troops' actions.

Demands and Accusations

• 🚫 Protesters demanded that the National Guard open the gate to allow people to be reunited with their families.
• 🗣️ Accusations of racism were repeatedly made, with some protesters stating the troops were racist and uncaring.
• 👿 The situation escalated with protesters calling the people being detained "animals" and "the devil."