A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to the Kendall County Sheriff’s Office in Illinois on February 18, 2025. The request, made by a reporter from the Kendall County Times, sought information regarding inmates who have had Immigration Detainers issued against them by the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Agency since January 29, 2024.
The FOIA request also asked for any communication from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security pertaining to civil enforcement that is reportable under the TRUST Act and/or the Illinois VOICES Act. Furthermore, it requested copies of Immigration Detainers received from the Department of Homeland Security which are also reportable under these same acts.
As a media organization committed to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs, we at Kendall County Times believe that access to public records is essential for fulfilling our professional responsibilities. These include holding public institutions accountable and providing transparency to the public.
We are part of The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit corporation that assists news media companies, publications, and public advocacy groups in investigating state and federal governmental agencies. We leverage Freedom of Information and Sunshine Laws to pull back the curtain on government actions and help inform the American electorate.
This FOIA request represents our ongoing commitment to ensuring transparency in local government operations and providing our readers with accurate information about their community.
