Summary
President Donald Trump has suggested sending National Guard troops to Chicago to address what he describes as high crime rates. Although violent crime has decreased according to FBI data, Trump has previously sent the National Guard to Washington DC. It's unclear if he can legally do the same in Chicago.
Key Facts
- President Trump suggested deploying National Guard troops to Chicago.
- Trump cited concerns over crime as a reason for the potential deployment.
- FBI data indicates that the murder rate in Chicago has decreased in recent years.
- Trump has already sent National Guard troops to Washington DC.
- Legal details on whether Trump can send troops to Chicago are not clear.
- The discussion around troop deployment is linked to Trump's previous actions in DC.
