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Illinois Dems seek DHS probe of federal agents for excessive force during Midway Blitz

The delegation wants the Homeland Security inspector general to investigate incidents involving 21 named federal agents.

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Chicago Sun-Times· Sep 9, 3:31 PMIllinois Dems seek DHS probe of federal agents for excessive force during Midway Blitz

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