Nicki Neily, Founder and President of Defending Education, said that Chicago Public Schools are excusing absences for illegal immigrant students based on parents' fear of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), without requiring details or setting a limit on absences. This statement was made on the social media platform X.

"Chicago Public Schools is excusing absences for illegal immigrant students if parents cite fear of ICE," said Neily, Founder & President. "No details required. No limit on absences."

According to FOX News, Chicago Public Schools (CPS) issued guidance titled "Attendance Coding for Safety Concerns Related to Federal Representative Activity," which directs schools to excuse student absences when a parent cites fear of immigration enforcement. The report indicates that

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