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Trump Pushes Federal Aid for Chicago | US News
Trump’s escalating pressure on Chicago escalates as he warns the city will “die” without federal intervention, citing a deadly weekend with 41 shootings and 3 deaths — including a mass shooting that injured 15. He insists his administration can slash crime fast if invited by local leaders, echoing past threats to deploy the National Guard. But Governor Pritzker and Mayor Johnson firmly reject his overtures, insisting Chicago doesn’t need Washington’s help and is tackling root causes on its own. Trump, meanwhile, waits for a call — while preparing to visit the city later this month for the…
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