CHICAGO — Federal immigration agents who aren’t working undercover are now required to have visible identification anytime they’re on the job in Chicago and surrounding areas — including when they’re making arrests or responding to protests — under a ruling issued by a federal judge Thursday.

The measure is part of a temporary injunction granted by U.S. District Judge Sara Ellis, who ordered the federal Department of Homeland Security and agencies under it to adhere to a list of rules meant to protect constitutional rights during immigration enforcement in and around Chicago.

Block Club Chicago and other organizations sought the injunction through a lawsuit filed earlier this week. The suit seeks to bar federal agents from using excessive force against members of the media along with pea

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