Illinois State Police troopers confront protesters near the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement facility in Broadview, Ill. (AP)

A federal judge in Chicago, Illinois on Monday questioned a US immigration official about several incidents in which force was used against protesters and bystanders during President Donald Trump’s immigration crackdown in the city.

US District Judge Sara Ellis expressed concern that agents may have violated her October 9 order requiring them to wear visible identification and to issue warnings before using tear gas or other anti-riot weapons.

Last week, Ellis ordered officers equipped with body cameras to keep them switched on during immigration enforcement operations and when dealing with the public.

Judge raises concern over agents’ conduct

During Mo

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