The Illinois Accountability Commission, housed in the Illinois Department of Human Rights (IDHR), held its second public hearing on Jan. 30 to showcase how institutional structures and propaganda were abused to transform federal agents into a paramilitary force operating above the law during Operation Midway Blitz. 

During the hearing, the Commission released its initial status report, approved Gov. JB Pritzker’s request to examine the impact of the conduct and decisions of key Trump Administration officials, heard from five subject matter experts, and received public comment. To watch the recording, visit www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cu7uMFfFpIk.

The five subject matter experts provided testimony during the hearing. 

In alignment with requirements outlined in Executive Order 2025-06, today the commission issued its initial status report. 

Part of the Commission’s purpose is to make recommendations for law or policy changes to ensure greater protection for Illinois residents from violations of their rights and to ensure community safety. Policy considerations include standards and limitations on use of force, identity shielding techniques, surveillance technology and additional measures of accountability for misconduct as well as identifying rapid response, community support initiatives, “know your rights” campaigns.

To view the full report, visit ilac.illinois.gov/initial-report-january-2026.

In October 2025, Pritzker established the Illinois Accountability Commission to create a public record of the conduct of federal agents during “Operation Midway Blitz” and the Trump Administration’s military-style operations in Illinois. The Commission examines the impact of that conduct on individuals and communities to consider policy recommendations to prevent future harm.  

Any person who witnessed or experienced potential misconduct during Operation Midway Blitz is encouraged to submit information — including photos, video, or narrative accounts — through the portal at ilac.illinois.gov/interest-form.