Next Stop: Chicago?
On August 22, 2025, President Trump announced that Chicago “is probably next” among U.S. cities slated for a federal deployment of the National Guard, following similar actions in Washington, D.C., and Los Angeles. Describing Chicago as “a mess,” Trump emphasized that he would “straighten that one out” next, suggesting the city would be his next target in a national crime crackdown.
Pushback from Local Officials
Chicago’s leadership responded critically. Mayor Brandon Johnson labeled the move “uncoordinated, uncalled for, and unsound,” pointing out that the city has seen recent improvements in public safety and continues to rely on community-based investments in housing, education, and mental health services.
Is It Constitutional? Legal Questions Remain
Experts and officials stressed that deploying troops for domestic law enforcement is restricted by law unless under specific emergency conditions—a point highlighting the complexity and potential legal risks of acting without formal authorization or coordination.
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