Protests have erupted outside the ICE detention facility in Broadview, a Chicago suburb, including a September confrontation involving a political candidate who pleaded not guilty to obstruction charges.

Context on broader immigration enforcement in the era, including a Chicago-area operation that resulted in hundreds of arrests, many of whom had non-criminal histories, according to cited sources.

CPS budget documents indicate the district received about $1.7 billion in federal funding in fiscal year 2024.

A Chicago public school policy allows undocumented students to receive excused absences if a parent notes fear of federal immigration authorities, with no time limit on the excuse.

Excused absences can also be granted for student health and safety, with the memo box not requiring additional details to protect confidentiality.

Excused absences can be granted via signed note, phone call, or electronic form, and guardians can be designated if a parent is affected by a federal immigration raid.