As Chicago prepares for increased immigration enforcement, tensions rise between local leaders and Trump. Gov. Pritzker and Mayor Johnson condemn the president's threats, while protests emerge in response to potential ICE raids.
During a Labor Day march in Chicago, Mayor Brandon Johnson fiercely opposed President Trump's threats to send federal troops, emphasizing the city's commitment to democracy and humanity. Meanwhile, Trump announced Rudy Giuliani will receive the Presidential Medal of Freedom.
In a powerful Labor Day rally, Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson condemned the Trump administration's threat to deploy federal troops for an immigration crackdown, asserting the city's commitment to democracy and workers' rights.
A group of parishioners held a prayer vigil at Naval Station Great Lakes as fears grow over upcoming immigration enforcement operations. Gov. Pritzker and Mayor Johnson spoke out against Trump’s National Guard deployment plans.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson signs an executive order to resist Trump's immigration enforcement plans, asserting the city's police will not collaborate with federal agents. As tensions escalate, the mayor demands federal troops 'stand down.'
As tensions rise over President Trump's potential deployment of National Guard troops to Chicago, local leaders are pushing back. Governor Pritzker and Mayor Johnson vow to fight the plan amid concerns over safety and political motivations.
Tensions rise as the Pentagon considers deploying National Guard troops in Chicago to combat crime and homelessness. Mayor Brandon Johnson condemns the plan as unconstitutional and costly, sparking a heated political debate.
Chicago's political leaders are pushing back against President Trump's suggestion to send National Guard troops to combat crime, citing a significant decline in violent incidents. Mayor Johnson calls the plan unconstitutional and unnecessary.
The Pentagon is reportedly preparing to deploy military troops to Chicago as part of President Trump's crime crackdown plan. This move faces strong opposition from local leaders who deem it illegal.
Illinois officials are outraged over reports that Trump plans to deploy federal troops to Chicago. Leaders condemn the move as a political stunt, asserting that crime is already declining in the city.