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Daniel Biss @danielbiss.bsky.social · 1h

Tune into our conversation live on Substack now! This morning, I am speaking with Louisa Richardson-Deppe about the work of Hope Clinic, changes in abortion care post Dobbs and what federal changes providers want to see from Congress. Join us at danielbiss.substack.com

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Daniel Biss @danielbiss.bsky.social · 20h

Evanston will not allow federal agents to use city-owned property for immigration enforcement. We will not hesitate to protect our neighbors.

Evanston Now @evanstonnow.bsky.social · 1d

Evanston to create its own ‘ICE-free zones’

Enforcement measures remain unclear as Evanston mirrors Chicago’s order.

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Daniel Biss @danielbiss.bsky.social · 1d

This Indigenous Peoples' Day, we honor the strength, culture and resilience of Indigenous peoples.

It is a day to reflect upon the responsibility to uphold sovereignty, protect sacred lands and tell the full truth of our nation’s history.

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Daniel Biss @danielbiss.bsky.social · 2d

It is an enormous relief to see all the hostages returned to their families.

But this is also a reminder of the road ahead. All parties must work to honor this ceasefire and prevent a return to war. Civilians and aid must be prioritized. Humanity must come first. Always.

The Washington Post @washingtonpost.com · 2d

The remaining living hostages released by Hamas have arrived back in Israel. Israeli authorities have begun releasing hundreds of Palestinian detainees and prisoners under the Trump administration-brokered ceasefire plan.

Follow for live updates:

Live updates: Trump addresses Israeli parliament to celebrate release of all living hostages

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu hailed President Donald Trump during a gathering of Israel’s parliament for helping to broker the cease-fire deal.

www.washingtonpost.com

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Daniel Biss @danielbiss.bsky.social · 2d

Sign up for ICIRR’s Eyes on Ice text alerts to get notifications when ICE is confirmed in our area: icirr.quorum.us/campaign/ile...

Illinois Coalition for Immigrant and Refugee Rights

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Daniel Biss @danielbiss.bsky.social · 2d

Most of all, get involved, stay vigilant, and reach out to your local leaders for help. We have to keep each other safe now, and we'll do it by sticking together.

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Daniel Biss @danielbiss.bsky.social · 2d

If you speak another language, volunteer to serve as a translator for @NIJC: immigrantjustice.jotform.com/250905564695...

Volunteer your language services to NIJC's clients 2025

Please click the link to complete this form.

immigrantjustice.jotform.com

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Daniel Biss @danielbiss.bsky.social · 2d

If you're a lawyer, sign up to provide pro bono legal support to Illinois immigrants under attack by the Trump administration: www.illinoisimmigrationinfo.org/volunteer#lpv

Volunteer — IL IMMIGRATION INFO

Volunteer with The Resurrection Project to help your immigrant neighbors and protect our communities against deportation and other injustices.

www.illinoisimmigrationinfo.org

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Daniel Biss @danielbiss.bsky.social · 2d

Understand what to do if you or a loved one is detained by ICE: immigrantjustice.org/for-immigran...

Know Your Rights: What to Do if You or a Loved One is Detained - National Immigrant Justice Center

This resource is designed to help immigrants and their families better understand what to do when someone is detained by immigration officials. For more

immigrantjustice.org

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Daniel Biss @danielbiss.bsky.social · 2d

If you know anyone who needs immigration legal or community support, they can complete this form: resurrectionproject.tfaforms.net/f/iceraid-sp... or call the hotline: 855-435-7693.

Formulario de Ser Querido Detenido

resurrectionproject.tfaforms.net

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Daniel Biss @danielbiss.bsky.social · 2d

Report suspected ICE sightings to the @icirr hotline: 855-435-7693. Save this number NOW so you don't have to go looking for it in the moment.

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Daniel Biss @danielbiss.bsky.social · 2d

ICE was once again a presence in Evanston and Rogers Park this AM, with masked men taking multiple members of our community off the street. Here are a few things you can do right now to stay safe and help protect your neighbors

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Daniel Biss @danielbiss.bsky.social · 5d

Donald Trump is after absolute control. The President of our nation is deploying troops against his own residents. That isn’t leadership or democracy. It’s authoritarianism, plain and simple.

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Daniel Biss @danielbiss.bsky.social · 5d

Trump is creating fake prosecutions against his political targets. In a democracy, we are entitled to the freedom of speech. But now, our President is intimidating those who disagree with him into silence. I’ll say it again. We will not be silent.

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Daniel Biss @danielbiss.bsky.social · 6d

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Daniel Biss @danielbiss.bsky.social · 6d

More temper tantrums from a wannabe dictator.

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Daniel Biss @danielbiss.bsky.social · 6d

In Illinois, I helped ban conversion therapy for minors.

Now, Republicans and the Supreme Court are targeting Colorado’s ban, threatening to unravel protections nationwide.

I’ve won this fight before. And I’ll never back down when it comes to protecting LGBTQ+ communities.

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Daniel Biss @danielbiss.bsky.social · 7d

Join us this weekend to help gather petition signatures and get on the ballot! I am excited and grateful to have the chance to speak with voters in the 40th ward.

www.mobilize.us/danielbiss/e...

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Daniel Biss @danielbiss.bsky.social · 8d

October 7th will forever be remembered for the horrific Hamas terrorist attacks on Israel that brought unimaginable pain and loss. We mourn every life taken and remember the hostages who still haven’t come home. May we commit to rejecting hate and work toward peace, safety and security for all.

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Daniel Biss @danielbiss.bsky.social · 9d

If any other country shut down its government to take away health care and sent troops into the streets, we’d call it authoritarianism.

Why should America be any different?

Our nation deserves better than a petty tyrant.

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Daniel Biss @danielbiss.bsky.social · 10d

Whether its ICE, CBP or now National Guard troops in our streets, the bottom line is the same. Trump wants to intimidate us out of defying his authoritarian playbook.

He must not know Chicago very well. We don't back down around here.

WTTW - Chicago PBS @wttw.bsky.social · 10d

President Trump will send 300 members of the Illinois National Guard to Chicago, Gov. Pritzker announced.

Pritzker said military officials called Saturday and “gave me an ultimatum: call up your troops, or we will." He said he refused.

https://to.wttw.com/4782xkl

Trump to Send 300 National Guard Troops to Chicago Despite Objections: Pritzker

Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker said military officials called Saturday morning and “gave me an ultimatum: call up your troops, or we will. It is absolutely outrageous and un-American to demand a Governor s...

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Daniel Biss @danielbiss.bsky.social · 11d

Trump froze $2.1B in CTA funding. Our president is holding Chicago hostage as political leverage. We won’t back down.

Trump pauses $2.1B for Chicago infrastructure projects, leveraging shutdown to pressure Democrats

White House budget director Russ Vought says the Trump administration will withhold $2.1 billion for Chicago infrastructure projects, expanding funding fights that have targeted Democratic areas durin...

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Daniel Biss @danielbiss.bsky.social · 13d

On Yom Kippur, families across our district and the world reflect, pray and hope for renewal. This solemn day is a time to reckon with the past year, ask forgiveness and commit to doing better. May this season bring healing, strength in community, and commitment to a just and compassionate world.

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Daniel Biss @danielbiss.bsky.social · 14d

Here’s what I have to say about the Republican government shutdown.

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Daniel Biss @danielbiss.bsky.social · 14d

A shutdown isn’t abstract. In Illinois, workers lose paychecks, families lose health protections and communities lose safety nets. These are real people, doing essential work. They're not mere bargaining chips for political games.

Rep. Jan Schakowsky @schakowsky.house.gov · 14d

There are 11 hours left until the Republican-led government shutdown.

If Republicans let premium health tax credits expire, millions will face higher costs — including 26,000 people in Illinois' 9th District.

We must put people over politics. The time to act is NOW.

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