BROADVIEW, Ill. - Federal officials said Sunday that the Broadview ICE processing center will stay open, rejecting reports that the suburban Chicago facility would shut down after weeks of escalating protests.

Broadview ICE center to remain open

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"Any allegations that ICE Broadview Processing Center is temporarily closing is FALSE," Tricia McLaughlin, assistant secretary of public affairs for the Department of Homeland Security, said in a statement.

McLaughlin said "rioters and sanctuary politicians" have thrown "tear gas cans, rocks, bottles, and fireworks at law enforcement, slashed tires of cars, blocked the entrance of the building, and trespassed on private property," adding that 16 people have been arrested and warning that anyone who assaults officers "will be

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