James Heidorn
James Heidorn is a former physical education teacher from West Chicago who made headlines after resigning from his position at Gary Elementary School due to a Facebook post that expressed support for ICE, stating 'Go ICE.' His post sparked significant backlash within a heavily Hispanic community, leading to his initial leave and eventual resignation amid community protests and political pushback. Heidorn had dedicated 14 years to teaching and expressed deep emotional and financial distress over the abrupt end to his career, emphasizing the importance of free speech and the need for a more balanced approach to personal expression in professional settings.
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A former West Chicago teacher who was forced to resign over his Facebook post saying 'Go ICE' is speaking out about the emotional and financial toll he has suffered as a result.
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