BROADVIEW, Ill. (WLS) -- The controversial fence surrounding the Broadview ICE processing facility was removed by crews Tuesday night.

A flat-bed truck that appeared to be carrying fencing material was allowed into the restricted area. Crews then took down the fencing around the Broadview facility.

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A judge had set midnight as the deadline to remove it.

The village of Broadview argued in court that the fencing is a safety hazard, especially for first responders.

Department of Homeland Security believed the fencing was necessary for the safety of federal agents and to protect federal property.

This has been the site of repeated clashes between federal agents and protesters.

DHS Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin has stated th

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