On Saturday, a planned food drive by Oak Park Girl Scouts and their families was disrupted by the presence of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents. The group was collecting donations for Beyond Hunger, a local food pantry, when they encountered armed agents in the area. Brooke Groulx, a parent involved in the food drive, described the situation as transforming from a community service event into a frightening experience for the children and their families. The group initially decided to continue their efforts but ultimately abandoned the food drive due to safety concerns prompted by the presence of additional ICE vehicles.

The Oak Park Police Department received reports of ICE activity but did not observe any agents upon arrival, confirming that no arrests were made by local officers. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) did not respond to inquiries regarding the enforcement actions. Parents expressed concern about the implications of such enforcement on community safety and the challenges it poses in teaching children about caring for others.

In a related incident in the Chicago area, clashes erupted during federal immigration operations in Little Village. This occurred shortly after a federal judge imposed stricter regulations on the use of force by immigration enforcement agents. Reports indicate that Border Patrol agents used pepper spray against civilians, including a family with a young child, leading to respiratory distress for both the father and his daughter.

DHS Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin stated that no crowd control measures were employed, despite claims of violence against law enforcement. Community members, including Pastor Matt DeMateo, criticized the aggressive tactics used by agents, which they believe negatively impacted the local population. Congressman Jesús "Chuy" García condemned the federal government's actions as a "campaign of terror" and called for non-violent responses.

DHS characterized the protesters as "rioters" and reported multiple arrests, including eight U.S. citizens. The Indivisible Chicago Alliance organized a response to the immigration enforcement, focusing on educating the community about their rights. The National Lawyers Guild Chicago condemned the use of excessive force and chemical agents, asserting that these operations created a hazardous environment for community members.