Critics say the current Cook County policy has allowed undocumented immigrants accused of crimes to go back into the community, instead of being turned over to immigration officials. Paris Schutz has the story on Chicago Tonight at 7:00 pm.

What do you think? Should Cook County ignore the request of federal immigration officials to keep undocumented immigrants in jail longer? Post your comments below or sound off on our discussion board!

Related Links:

Cook County Blog

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement

Chicago Sun-Times article on County board to debate controversial immigration policy

Immigration Policy: Discussion Board